06-20-2011, 09:14 PM
Real world 802.11b speeds might give you 4-5 Mbps. My Comcast cable connection was far faster. I'd get between 18-30Mbps down and 3-5Mbps up.
Do you like the Airport setup and hardware? If yes, do you need any ethernet ports? If no, why not try an Airport Express? You can't run simultaneous dual bands (faster 5 GHz network separate from a slower 2..4 GHz network), but it isn't bad otherwise. Works best with 10 clients or less. Refurb Express for $69 plus tax from Apple.
Do you like the Airport setup and hardware? If yes, do you need any ethernet ports? If no, why not try an Airport Express? You can't run simultaneous dual bands (faster 5 GHz network separate from a slower 2..4 GHz network), but it isn't bad otherwise. Works best with 10 clients or less. Refurb Express for $69 plus tax from Apple.