Networking products based on 802.11 standard are available from several manufacturers. 1.6 Mbps systems include Proxim's Symphony and Intel's AnyPoint. 11 Mbps systems include AirWay from Home Wireless Networks, Lucent's Orinoco, and Apple's Airport. Products from Apple and Farralon specifically address wireless networks that include both Apple and Windows computers. It was more difficult than I expected to directly compare different types of home networks.
Manufacturers narrow their comparisons to competitive products against which they look good.
Because most of the information comes directly from manufacturers, there is very little written about the drawbacks to each method of networking. A decision about how to set up a home network comes down to how much speed you think you need, whether you want to easily move your computers and, as in my situation, whether you need a solution that supports networking for both Windows and Macintosh. Dollar amounts refer to U.S.currency. Introduction to Home Networking . Linksys HomeLink PhoneWire Product Information.