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Buffalo Wireless-G USB Adapter |
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Written by Mikhail Ivanenkov
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Tuesday, 03 July 2007 |
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The first tab will tell you everything you need to know about the network you're currently connected to, including name, security, IP/MAC addresses, network type, transmission speed, and signal strength. It also automatically detects networks and sets all the variables for you so you don't have to (things like choosing what kind of encryption is used, whether it's infrastructure or ad-hoc, the channel, etc). You couldn't ask for more.
The second tab will scan for all networks in range as well as displaying basic useful information - wireless mode, signal strength, and whether it's secured.
The final tab shows your profiles. Essentially it's a way of storing passwords for various secure networks you connect to. There's also an "AOSS" button. This is used in conjunction with other Buffalo routers/access points (should you be using one or in range of one) and allows you to connect with one single click. As far as performance goes, I haven't had a single hiccup with this adapter. It connects instantly, the speed doesn't jump around like my D-Link adapter which likes to switch between 36, 48, and sometimes 54Mbps, and the connection has yet to be interrupted. This has been, by and far, the most pleasant wireless adapter experience I've had to date. Even CS:S doesn't lag - imagine that.
Pros
- Looks nice
- Small size
- Inexpensive ($35 at retail stores)
- No outside driver installation required
- Extremely user-friendly software interface
- Instant connection
- Solid performance without any quirks
Cons
This is a pretty common adapter and can be found at most retailers. It's been nothing but a pleasure to work with. Aside from find a place to store the cap while it's in use, there's nothing wrong with it. For these reasons the Buffalo Wireless-G USB Adapter receives our Editor's Choice Award. Feel free to comment on this review here. Thanks for reading and enjoy the site!
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 07 July 2007 )
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