The only compelling reason to buy an Apple router is it's integration with the software. Apple's AirPort utilities are pretty good. I've got a Linksys router, though, and I'm quite happy.on 5/16/04 3:03 PM, G-Books at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Subject: ...WiFi why?..... Date: Sun, 16 May 2004 10:43:40 -0700
Good morning All, I live in the Seattle area and we have all of the electronic and office big box stores, independent Apple dealers, and at least two Apple Stores. I am getting ready to go home wireless with my Pismo, and in reading the Sunday paper and all of the ads, my question is this; why do I need Airport, when there are several name brand WiFi routers on sale for less than $100.00? Aside from Apple loyalty, and the "cool" factor, which may be negligent as the router is often in a place where the casual visitor to your home may not see it and therefor not be impressed by your "cool" factor, is there a compelling technical factor for using an Airport over any of the other good products on the market ? I have been a rabid Mac user since 1985 and love the "look and feel" of the products and how they work, and work, and work! Thanks Jim.
No compelling tech factor in my book. Go Linksys. Cheap, stackable, fast and reliable.
As for cards, speaking as someone who has internal cards and PC Card, there is MUCH to be said about having the card integrated into the computer. It doesn't stick out, there's no fear of catching it on something or breaking the antenna, etc. Quite nice, actually. Plus, on the Pismo and newer 'Books, you don't have to worry about hogging up the only PC Card slot you've got...
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