Re: Netgear to Linsky Router is Possible?

You have (at least) 2 issues with your computers.

1. Computers become slow or sluggish most often because of the software that's installed on them -- not because a high-speed connection to the Internet such as cable or DSL is "too slow." There are various reasons, but because you haven't told us anything about your system, it's impossible to give specific advice. In general, see http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/page2.html#Removing_Malware
Slow or Sluggish Computer:
http://www3.telus.net/dandemar/slowcom.htm
http://aumha.org/a/health.htm - Take Out the Trash (section 4)

For further advice, start by answering the following questions:

1. What is your hardware configuration? CPU, amount of RAM?

2. What firewall, anti-virus, and anti-spyware programs do you run?
Are they kept up to date?

3. What programs to you have automatically starting with Windows?
(Look in MSCONFIG to see these.)

2. Renting equipment needed to connect to Comcast. In order to connect to a cable Internet service such as Comcast and then share that connection among several computers, you need 2 devices: a "cable modem" and a "router." The router may capable of connecting to computers wirelessly or it may require cables. Sometimes, the cable modem and the router are combined into one box. If you buy your own equipment, you generally are better off buying two separate devices. Among other things, this will permit you to upgrade your router without also having to buy a new cable modem (and routers seem to be changing more rapidly than cable modems).

For buying a modem, see the Broadband Reports Comcast FAQ (*not* official Comcast information), Section 2.1, here: http://www.dslreports.com/faq/comcast/2.1_Modems

There are many brands of wireless routers. Both Linksys and Netgear are reasonable brands, as are D-Link, Buffalo, and several others. The basic "standard" for home wireless routers today is Wireless-G. If you elect to pay more for features variously called "SpeedBooster," "Turbo" or something similar, realize that you will not get any increased performance compared to "regular" Wireless-G unless the adapters on your computers are the same brand AND same "enhanced" version as the router. The "coming" version of home wireless technology is today called "draft N" or "pre-N." As the name implies, it is not quite finalized, but several brands have nevertheless offered these devices. They reportedly get quite a bit more speed and range. Again, for best results, stick with one brand.

MapleE. wrote:
Thanks both for your candid and honest answer to my question.

It's a kind disappointing to know that I can NOT do anything about this, ..
renting. When I asked Comcast upon installation two and a half years ago,
they told me 'ONLY rental basis,' that means I can NOT buy this device.

After all, it's business, then I need to live with the fact that it costs me a lot
over-all, since I intend to keep Comcast for a long time.

Thanks again for your help and advice.

Have a GREAT day!


"Barb Bowman" <barb@xxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message news:rr88l3lhkcn52dfei13rtdmpb35np8tb39@xxxxxxxxxx
not sure what they would charge to rent a regular cable modem, but
there is a charge for that.

On Mon, 3 Dec 2007 09:55:02 -0500, "MapleE." <someone|@comcast.net>
wrote:

Hi:
Thanks for the detailed response and help.

Yes, it's a single device, #1 you stated in detail.

The reason why I want to switch to Linsky with Speed-Booster is
that one of PCs with XP getting sluggish. Also, I switched to Lisky Adapter
with
Speed and working very well on PC with Vista.

In any case, I need to call Comcast regarding a change of Single Device with
COAX
cable. Also, COMCAST embedded on the top of device. I've been paying $3.00
per
month for this device. If I can do myself, it must save some $ for
long-run, since I plan
to keep Comcast as long as I can.

Your opinion would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks again,



"Barb Bowman" <barb@xxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
news:0158l39bkoro09pmaun6bacp4hqu1sj5se@xxxxxxxxxx
I can't answer your question until you tell me if you have

1. a single device with COAX cable going into it that has ports on
the back and has embedded wireless

2. a cable modem and a separate router (two devices).

I don't understand why you can't answer this question. But if you
have a single device, the answer is NO. You would have to call and
have them swap the all in one device for a regular cable modem and
then you can hook up your own router.

I suspect that it is a single device. You do not want to hook up a
router to it.

On Mon, 3 Dec 2007 08:24:25 -0500, "MapleE." <someone|@comcast.net>
wrote:

Hi:
Thanks for the response.

I truly NOT sure what model and device supplied when Comcast tech.
came to my house to get it installed.

Only I know is this router/device was installed two and a half years ago,
then I'm guessing that it's not up-to-date device. For that reason, there
must
be something I need to be done, that is upgrade. Or, should I call
Comcast
regarding my option, upgrade version?

I'd be greatly appreciated it if you'd provide me with more detailed
instruction
whether I could replace it to Linsky Router with Speed.

Thanks,


"Barb Bowman" <barb@xxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
news:qno7l3hf1i25f37j9ktrhondeit5v7lcjh@xxxxxxxxxx
Isn't your Comcast supplied device an all-in-one cable modem and
router? with an input for the coax cable? the Comcast product is a
Netgear 814 model. Or did you really get a separate cable modem and
Netgear router?

On Mon, 3 Dec 2007 00:32:23 -0500, "MapleE." <someone|@comcast.net>
wrote:

Hi:
Currently, I have the following Router, 'NetGear Wireless-G Router' that
was
rented by
my ISP, Comcast.
http://www.netgear.com/Products/RoutersandGateways/GWirelessRouters/WGR614.aspx


However, I want to replace it to the following router, 'Linsky
Wireless-G
Router with Speed
Booster.' Because, one of computer has Vista and I want to get more
speed.
There are three
more PCs and Laptop, all of which has XP-Home Edition.

http://www.linksys.com/servlet/Satellite?c=L_Product_C2&childpagename=US%2FLayout&cid=1148435315453&pagename=Linksys%2FCommon%2FVisitorWrapper&lid=1545339789B04


My question is;
Is it possible for me to switch from Netgear to Linsky on my own?
The reason I'm asking is that Netgear was installed upon subscribing my
ISP
and professionally installed by
ISP-technician. Then, I never done it, although I did replace wireless
adapter to Linsky Speed-booster on the
back of PC with Vista.

If possible, what step and precaution should I take before proceeding ?

Thanks for your help in advance.

--

Barb Bowman
MS Windows-MVP
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone/meetexperts/bowman.mspx
http://blogs.digitalmediaphile.com/barb/
--

Barb Bowman
MS Windows-MVP
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone/meetexperts/bowman.mspx
http://blogs.digitalmediaphile.com/barb/
--

Barb Bowman
MS Windows-MVP
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone/meetexperts/bowman.mspx
http://blogs.digitalmediaphile.com/barb/



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