When it comes to choosing a wireless router, those made by Linksys are some of the most widely and commonly used. The company was founded in 1988 but actually became part of Cisco Systems in 2003. This partnership has made the Linksys routers some of the most used and desired wireless routers on the market today.
One major reason for their popularity is due to the status that Cisco Systems has in the business and enterprise environment. When it comes to business and corporate networks, equipment made by Cisco is among the most widely used and highest quality equipment available. After Cisco Systems acquired Linksys in 2003, their name has been included on many Linksys products as if to say that they stand behind them as though they were their own.
Another reason why many technologically astute individuals are huge fans of Linksys wireless routers is because they are easily adapted to other uses. Much of the technology that Linksys uses on their wireless routers is very similar to that used in open source operating systems such as Linux. This similarity has allowed individuals to experiment and develop other ways to use Linksys wireless routers.
Finally, Linksys wireless routers are highly recommended for both experienced computer users and individuals who have never set up a wireless network before. They are recommended for those who are new to the world of wireless routers because they are quite simple to configure and will generally work right out of the box with no additional configuration needed. However, they also have many advanced configuration options for the more experienced user and those who have special needs or requirements for their network.
Comparison shopping at your favorite local or online retailer may show that Linksys wireless routers often times cost a few dollars more than their counterparts from other companies. However, most users (of all skill levels) that have had experience with wireless routers from various manufacturers will generally agree that wireless routers made by Linksys are worth the few extra dollars that they may cost.