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What’s the difference between a modem and a router?


A modem or router is required to connect to the Internet.

A modem can be connected your computer to the Internet using a telephone line.

A router will allow you to use several computers or laptops at the same time to access the Internet.  Many providers may provide a cable modem or router for you.

Very often, once you have a broadband connection, you may wish to swap the router provided to you by your service provider with one that is more suitable to your requirements – for example not all ISPs will provide a wireless router or integrated PowerLine HomePlug technologies.

ZyXEL provides both ADSL and Cable Routers with and without integrated Powerline HomePlug.

Click on the links below to go to the relavent products pages:

> Wireless ADSL modem router with wireless adapter (P660HW & G202)
> Wireless ADSL router with in-built PowerLine HomePlug AV (P660HWP)

Cable Routers:

> Wireless Cable router with wireless adapter (NBG334W & G202)
> Wireless Cable router with in-built PowerLine HomePlug AV (NBG318S)



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