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Doug62 · 08-05-2006, 08:55

Hi all,
Many years ago, i used to with a few friends and we set up our broadband network using a netgear 4-port HUB. Anyway, i recently purchased a second computer and am looking to set up a home network and have been advised to get a router. Whats the difference? As i only plan on have 2 PC's, is there any advantages to either and what is the price difference as i'm looking to set up this network as cheaply as possible.
Thanks
Doug

08-05-2006, 08:55	#1
Doug62 Inactive Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 10	Whats the difference between a hub and a router? Hi all, Many years ago, i used to with a few friends and we set up our broadband network using a netgear 4-port HUB. Anyway, i recently purchased a second computer and am looking to set up a home network and have been advised to get a router. Whats the difference? As i only plan on have 2 PC's, is there any advantages to either and what is the price difference as i'm looking to set up this network as cheaply as possible. Thanks Doug