The Linksys WRT54GL is a broadband wireless router for use on the internet. It allows more than one user on the same connection. The specs are 802.11x/band, access control lists, external antennas, broadcom chipset, router, tk w, NAT, Radius, web setup, stateful packet inspection, WPA security and networking option 802.11g.
A Linksys WRT54GL Wireless Router can be found to purchase online on the official Cisco website, as well as other retailers, such as: Amazon, eBay, Play, Newegg and Best buy.
The classic WRT54GL will indeed work with any Internet service provider, as will any router.
None, routers do not use phone jacks.
Yes, anthough this will greatly decrease the range of the signal.
Linksys/Cisco is the leading brand of routers these days, with the WRT54GL being the classic router.
The WRT54GL is indeed compatible with Windows Vista (and all other PCs and Macs).
The Linksys WRT54GL routers came out long ago and have a very low failure rate.
It may depending on how many walls are in the way, that is pushing the limit of this router.
I would suggest a Linksys WRT54GL. Newegg.com carries them online and they have thousands of reviews on that single product. Their prices are fair and customer service is top-notch.
Two of the best places to shop for cheap electronics are Newegg and Amazon. Linksys's WRT54s (IE: The WRT54GL) offer more then solid performance for a reasonable price and can be easily found on either website.
The best kinds of wireless routers for laptops is the Linksys Wireless-G WRT54GL Router. It got 4.5 our of five stars from user ratings and most said it was an easy set up.
Linksys was created in 1988.