Linksys Announces New Wireless And Home Networking Products
According to Parks Associates, nearly 24 million homes in the US will have a home network by the end of 2005
IRVINE, Calif. -/November 9, 2005 - Wi-Fi Technology News/- Linksys®, a Division of Cisco Systems, Inc., the recognized leading provider of VoIP, wireless and networking hardware for the consumer, Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) and small business markets, announced several products that would make great gifts this holiday season. These “hot tech gifts” offer inexpensive options for anyone, including the buyers themselves.
Home, Sweet Home… Networking
According to Parks Associates, a market research firm, nearly 24 million homes in the US will have a home network by the end of 2005. These home network users can untether from traditional wired connections and go wireless with several home networking products from Linksys that are perfect for the holidays. Unique home networking products for this year include:
- WRT54GX2 - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX200 Technology - Multiple In, Multiple Out (MIMO) technology helps expand the range and throughput of conventional wireless devices to make connections stronger throughout the home.
- WRT54GS Wireless-G Broadband Router with SecureEasySetup and Speed Booster - Installation of a highly secure wireless network is easy with one-touch SecureEasySetup setup, and connections are faster with SpeedBooster technology.
- WRTP54G Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports - Users can plug in any existing phone, sign up with a service provider and make phone calls over the Internet along with all the functions of a conventional router.
- WPS54G Wireless-G Print Server - Allows for wireless connection to and sharing of a single printer by multiple printers on a network.
Road Warriors:
The number of business and vacation travelers is growing every day, and the world of gift-giving possibilities is expanding right along with them. Linksys brings ways for travelers to connect with and monitor the family at home, easily find wireless access, and connect with available networks. Linksys products ideal for the traveler on any holiday list include:
- WTR54GS - Wireless-G Broadband Travel Router - This compact easy-to-store router turns any hotel or other broadband Internet connection into a network.
- WVC54GC - Wireless-G Compact Internet Video Camera - Travelers can look in on the family or the home through this compact wireless camera that can easily and inconspicuously be placed anywhere in the home.
- WUSBF54G - Wireless-G USB Adapter with WiFi Finder - Visitors to an unfamiliar area can easily locate a WiFi signal with this pocket-sized device and then plug it into their notebook to make a connection.
"This year, Linksys is keeping with our tradition of providing high tech gift ideas for any budget," Mike Wagner, Linksys Worldwide Director of Marketing said, "Our wireless wish list offers something for everyone from the kids to grandparents."
Looking for some gifts? Here are some suggestions to make any home networker happy !
Gifts Under $50
HGA7T - High Gain Antenna for R-TNC Connectors
HGA7S - High Gain Antenna for R-SMA Connectors
PAP2 - Phone Adapter with 2 Phone Ports
Gifts Under $100
WRT54GS - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SecureEasySetup
WRT54GC - Wireless-G Compact Broadband Router
WUSBF54G - Wireless-G USB Adapter with Wi-Fi Finder
WTR54GS - Wireless-G Broadband Travel Router
WRTP54G - Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports
WRE54G - Wireless-G Range Expander
WGA54G - Wireless-G Game Adapter
WPS54G - Wireless-G Print Server
NSLU2 - Network Storage Link
Gifts Under $150
WRT54GX2 - Wireless-G Broadband Router with SRX 200 Technology
CIT200 - Cordless Internet Telephony Kit
Availability
All mentioned products are available immediately through major retail and online retailers. Linksys is offering mail-in rebates on select popular Linksys wireless solutions now through January 8, 2006 as part of its Sharing the Holidays campaign.
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