A quality dual broadband router can make your business network more efficient. Conversely, if you purchase a faulty dual broadband router, it can slow down your network as well as cost money in lost productivity and repair. The dual broadband router provider you choose can also make a difference. Some providers have easier return and replacement policies. Either way, the purchase decision for these routers is almost as important as the routers themselves.

A dual broadband router helps facilitate the movement of information packets through both the Internet and your own intranet. If either of these information networks malfunctions, it can result in lost business and efficiency. That's why, after compiling a dual broadband router list and researching the reviews of each router, it necessary to test the product prior to a larger purchase order. Therefore, before you begin the purchase process, there are few items to consider:

1. Compile a dual broadband router list review.

2. Test the individual dual broadband router for comparison purposes.

3. Purchase the dual broadband router in bulk.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Review all available dual broadband router providers

With the advent of the Internet, there are many more purchase options available to a business. There are also many technology review websites, which may make the purchase decision much easier.

I recommend: Use the CNET product reviews as a mean of narrowing the dual broadband router choices. Use the information at firewallguide.com to compare wired to wireless routers.

Compare the top reviewed dual broadband routers to each other

Once you determine three or four routers you may want to purchase, it is good idea to compare them to each other before making a large business purchase. You can just make a pricing and performance review or you can purchase one router from each manufacturer to conduct an on-site test. Either way each will have their own positives and it will depend on your company's needs as to which one to purchase.

I recommend: Purchase and test the routers available at Linksys and Netgear. These are by no means the only routers but they are the best reviewed.

Buy the chosen dual broadband router in bulk lots

If you are going to need more than 10 routers, it is a good idea to purchase them in bulk to save money and time. In addition, purchasing back-up routers can save you from having any network downtime in the future.

I recommend: Use corporate discount purchase programs at Dell to find wholesale pricing on the routers. Register to become a Cisco corporate partner to take advantage of broadband router discounts.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Check whether you can sign up for email product updates and sale notifications from your dual broadband router retailer. If this option is offered, taking advantage of it can save you money and keep your technology cutting-edge.