Hello

I've got a hard wired home network. It uses a standard/basic hub and all the
configuration works via the Windows XP network wizard. It works great.

However, after reading various info on Routers I will probably be replacing
the hub some time in the future. I'm not gonna rush into it as I know little
about routers. Therefore, I have a few questions please:

1. From what I understand it will be a case of replacing the hub with the
router. The router then 'automatically' assigns the various network configs
for the internet etc. I will also be able to add a Mac or maybe a Linux box
to it (this is not too important for now, but it's something I may do)?

2. I'd like to purchase one that will work with a modem or ADSL. ADSL is not
in my area until next year so it will be modem for now. Does such a 'dual'
one exist?

3. I don't want to pay 'crazy' money for it. But I'd also like it to have a
firewall and be 'real' easy to install ... any recommendations please?

Mick

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