A modem is a device that allows a single computer to connect to the internet, it requires a username and password to connect usually. A router connects multiple computers and is always connected. It does NOT require a username or password to connect to the internet. Routers can also be wireless, whereas modems can not.
A modem translates data to tone signals and tones to data from phone lines. A hub allows several devices to connect to a network or cat5 cable.
a wireless router is needed when internet modem doesn't have wireless capability.
Yes you can because the modem router has a modem built in. There are different types of modem routers that suit different needs. If you are only going to be surfing the web you will need a "N" modem router, if you are going to be sharing files then you will need a "N+" modem router and if you are going to be gaming e.g. connecting to a Xbox 360 or PlayStaion 3 you will need a "N+N" modem router, I would personally recommend Belkin modem routers. Hope you find this useful!
No, a router connects 2 or more different networks. A modem just changes the signal type.
A router and a modem are two separate things. There are a few different modem/router combo's, but typically you will need both items.
there has been a misunderstanding between modem and router. some people use only a modem to connect wirelessly and some use a modem and a router. The fact is there are two types. first type is a modem with built in router, second is router itself. this will clear your mind. you don't have to buy a router to go online, just a get modem with router built in
if your modem has wireless capblility then you don't need a router.
if modem has wireless capability then a router is not needed
if modem has wireless capability then a router is not needed
MAC/PC/printer to router. Router to modem. Modem to wall/internet. Wired or wireless router is optional, same principle.
If you have a router the ethernet cable connects to it. If you have another item like a PC connected to a modem you could disconnect the ethernet cable from it and plug in the PS3 until you purchase a router.
Between the cable modem and the workstations.