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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.
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Difference between adsl cable modem and modem with wireless router?
a wireless router is needed when internet modem doesn't have wireless capability.
Can I replace my adsl modem with a modem router?
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!
Can a modem be considered as a router and why?
No, a router connects 2 or more different networks. A modem just changes the signal type.
Is a dsl wireless router also a modem or do I need to buy both?
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.
Is a wireless gateway a modem and a router?
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
Modem router vs modem normal?
if your modem has wireless capblility then you don't need a router.
Can you get a combined modem and router?
if modem has wireless capability then a router is not needed
How do you go from router to modem?
if modem has wireless capability then a router is not needed
Do you hook the mac to the internet modem or to the wireless router versus the PC to the modem?
MAC/PC/printer to router. Router to modem. Modem to wall/internet. Wired or wireless router is optional, same principle.
How to connect ps3 to A COMPUTER Using ethernet cable?
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.
What is a bridge modem?
I'm not sure what you mean. I haven't heard about such things. Probably you meant a router with bridging. If so, then it's a router which you can you use to cover more distance then with only one. (For brindgin you will need at least 2 routers.) You might have meant changing your modem from ppp to full bridging mode. This is generally when you have a router or wireless router connected between the modem and the PC. Normally a modem handles the IP addresses and authentication when you connect to the internet. If you put a router into the situation, then there can be conflicts between the modem and the router. So what can be done is the modem is put into bridging mode which means it doesn't do any of the authentication or IP addressing etc., instead it acts like a "bridge" between the router and the internet. The router does all the work.
Where on your network should you install the router?
Between the cable modem and the workstations.
