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Most of our wireless routers are D-Link of the 802.11g variety. We do have an 'N' router, but most of the computers can't take advantage of it. I do have a Linksys that I'm playing with, and I think it's pretty good, but not my favorite. I've had trouble with NetGear in the past, but haven't heard of any particular problems with their current products. Belkin comes fairly well recommended, but I can't back that up. The biggest problem I've found is interference from just about everything wireless. Don't use 2.4 GHz phones if you have a wireless router. Also, try changing the channel if you're having problems and there's a chance of someone else being on the same channel. Most everyone leaves it on the default channel, and that will cause problems.
Encryption can sometimes obviously slow things down, but I wouldn't consider running without it. An external (USB) wireless adapter on an extension cable can often improve the signal significantly.
Bob
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