This is as basic as an N router can get. If you are looking to wirelessly connect a single machine and have no need for Gigabit Ethernet or the 5-GHz band, it's not a terrible option for the price.

Home users with very simple networking needs will find that the Cisco Linksys E1000 Wireless-N Router fits the bill. This no-frills version of the E2000 ($119 List, ) is about as basic a router as you ...