I searched the web for reviews of recent Wireless-G routers, but all reviews seem to bench the routers with their corresponding wireless card, which often use proprietary protocols to get better performance (and range). Since I plan on connecting using a Dell laptop with a "regular" 802.11g wireless card (actually it's a Dell Wireless 1390 card - from Broadcom), I would like to know what Wireless-G router to buy in order to get the best range. Or maybe they all perform the same when in regular 802.11g mode?
Note that I plan on installing this router on the highest floor of a large (two storey + basement) house, so I want to maximize my chances of getting good signal strength everywhere in the house. Can I expect to find a good (and cheap) device for the job? Should I consider upgrading the antenna?
Note also that I have experience with an old Linksys 54G bought 3 years ago (was it the WRT54G?), and I am not impressed with the effective range I get. I use it in a small one-storey house, and I often get bad signal (and loose connection) at far locations in the house.
Thanks for your help,
Ozo.