All Networking and Wi-Fi

The Bottom Line: Apple's hybrid 802.11n wireless router/networked hard drive offers some powerful data backup features for Mac owners, as well as Apple's typical pleasing design. Windows users and anyone who demands speed from their 802.11n network will be disappointed.

Specs: Apple Time Capsule NAS server, 1 TB, PC, Mac, RJ-45, 4 pin USB Type A, Standard, Ethernet, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n (draft)

The Bottom Line: It's cheap, easy to set up, and delivers more than acceptable performance at shorter ranges. We like the sleek, white Edimax BR-6504N router, particularly for networks with a mix of Draft N and older 802.11b/g clients.

Specs: Wireless router, 7.6 in x 4.5 in x 1.1 in, Wired, Wireless, 300 Mbps, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz

The Bottom Line: We wanted to like this funky-looking router, but the LevelOne N_One WBR-6000 performed so horribly in testing that we must warn you not to be tempted by its slick design and low price.

Specs: Wireless router, 6.8 in x 5.8 in x 1.5 in, Wired, Wireless, 300 Mbps, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz

The Bottom Line: The D-Link DGL-4500 GamerLounge Xtreme N Gaming Router almost succeeds for home networking and hardcore gamers. It bears a few flaws, among which is a random reset during heavy load that might be the deal breaker.

Specs: 4.6 in x 7.6 in x 1.2 in, Wired, Wireless, 300 Mbps, Ethernet, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n (draft 2.0), Ethernet, HTTP, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n (draft 2.0), External, NAT support, VPN passthrough, Firewall protection, Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI), 11.2 oz

The Bottom Line: The Netgear RangeMax Next WNR854T Gigabit is a smart choice for home networks, thanks to its fast throughput and easy setup.

Specs: Wireless router, 6.8 in x 1.5 in x 8.8 in, Wired, Wireless, 300 Mbps, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz, 1.2 lbs

The Bottom Line: The TrendNet Wireless N Gigabit Router TEW-633GR is fast, but not as fast as a competing D-Link router, and it's easy to use, but not as easy as a Belkin router. Still, we like it for its winning combination of decent throughput and intuitive Web interface.

Specs: Wireless router, 6.4 in x 5.9 in x 1 in, Wired, Wireless, 300 Mbps, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz, 11.8 oz

The Bottom Line: The Oppo HM-31 offers some nice upgrades for custom home installs, but competing models offer more inputs for less money.

The Bottom Line: The Radiient is a solid HDMI switcher, but a limited remote and cheaper alternatives mean you should look elsewhere.

The Bottom Line: The IOGear works just as advertised, but there are cheaper alternatives that perform just as well.

The Bottom Line: The Monoprice 4x1 switcher is an excellent value, but you might as well step up to the 5x1 switcher.