From an industrial-design perspective, all of the routers were straightforward and functional, except for the Barricade. IP addresses that users on the Internet can't detect. During setup, you enter the log-in information provided by your ISP, and thereafter the router will connect whenever a computer on the network makes a request. If you want to prepare for the day your network grows beyond the two or three machines you now have, the Ugate-3200P, from MaxGate, is the best choice. With seven ports, as well as an uplink part for adding more hubs and a print server, this router has the mast flexibility.
Setup is easy, and the free year of Dynamic DNS service is a bonus.
If you already have a small network with an Ethernet hub, the NetLine Broadband Gateway, from Farallon, is a fine choice. Originally published in MacWorld on May 1, 2001.