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With the variety of products and vendors you have to choose from, doing your homework is critical in today's global marketplace. Check out the top rated reviews before you make your next technology purchase.

Networking and Wireless

Ashton Digital WRUB-2011i wireless USB stick
Looking for an easy, inexpensive way to share an Internet connection? Ashton Digital's wireless USB sticks are the best deal.
SanDisk ConnectPlus 128MB CompactFlash + Wi-Fi
This is the most versatile CompactFlash Wi-Fi adapter we've seen, and it's the best option available for adding wireless to a PDA.
NetGear ReadyNAS NV+ Network Storage (2TB)
The Netgear ReadyNAS NV+ offers a lot in the way of features and performance, which is good, because it's expensive.
Linksys WPC54GS Wireless-G notebook adapter with SpeedBooster
The WPC54GS offers a decent bang for the buck and is an excellent choice if you plan to use it with other Linksys SpeedBooster products.
NetGear HE102 802.11a Wireless Access Point
The HE102 802.11a wireless access point combines outstanding performance with easy setup for small offices looking to make the plunge into wireless.
Proxim Orinoco 11a/b/g ComboCard Gold
High throughput, long range, and lots of options make this wireless dual-band card an excellent choice for business users on the go, but consumers should pick a product with friendlier software.
Monoprice 5x1 HDMI switcher
The Monoprice 5x1 switcher offers more inputs for less money than its competitors, and it doesn't sacrifice on performance.
D-Link AirPlus DI-614+
Its ease of use, good performance, excellent security features, and low price make the DI-614+ a strong candidate for home and office use--but its limited range and strict warranty requirements pull it up short of perfection.
Agere Systems Orinoco AP-200 access point
SOHO users might find the Orinoco's speed, easy setup, and high-end access attractive, but its high price and stingy tech support may leave you cold.
Motorola SBG1000 Wireless Cable Modem Gateway
Motorola's SBG1000 has all the right connections to create a flexible, powerful, and reasonably secure network in your home or small business.
Netgear WG511T 108 Mbps Wireless PC Card
The WG511T is a good choice for speed demons and those looking for a long-range PC Card adapter.
Microsoft MN-500 wireless base station
The MN-500 wireless base station provides networking newbies an easy and affordable solution for wireless home or small-office networks.
SMC SMCWGBR14-N Barricade N router
With a fair price, decent performance, and dead-simple setup, the SMC SMCWGBR14-N Barricade N router is about as well-rounded a Draft N router as you'll find. It also boasts impressive range and a smart design. We strongly recommend it for general home use.
802.11g Wireless DSL/Cable Gateway Router
With its top performance and easy setup, the Belkin 54g wireless router could be all you need to unwire your home.
Apogee HDMI 3x1 Mini Switcher
The Apogee HDMI 3x1 Mini HD Digital Switcher's power-free design and affordable price tag puts it at the top of HDMI switcher heap--so long as you can live with just three inputs.
Synology Disk Station DS-107+
The Synology DS107+ is the most sophisticated NAS device we've tested to date. Its more advanced features require some networking know-how, but the included software and Web interface go a long way in helping you tackle the various offerings. You can't beat all the features you get for the price.
Siemens SpeedStream Powerline 802.11b Wireless Access Point
The SpeedStream is an excellent device for anyone who wants to wirelessly access the Net from the deepest reaches of the home.
Netgear WPNT511 RangeMax 240
If your priorities don't include long-range connectivity, then by all means get the somewhat ironically named Netgear WPNT511 RangeMax 240 wireless notebook adapter for its record-breaking short-range speeds.
3Com OfficeConnect wireless cable/DSL gateway
With its simple installation and low price, the OfficeConnect wireless cable/DSL gateway is among the best Internet-sharing solutions for home or small-business users.
NetGear WG602 54Mbps Wireless Access Point
With its outstanding performance and compatibility with 802.11b gear, Netgear's WG602 delivers on the promise of the upcoming 802.11g standard.