Recommend me a router to fit my needs

[riddler123]

I'm in the market for a new router, Currently ive went through 3 routers of normal off the shelf P.O.S's ..

What i am looking for is a router with a ton of features to mess with as i am a feature hound

Also want a good log on it, Maybe something like iplog in linux or such..

I was just going to make a linux router but the only PC i have extra is running a windows domain and file server so thats out of the question..

So what are some good routers that arent overly expensive and are packed full of features..

I dont use any VPN or anything such as that.

Thanks

 

[blue68f100]

Well I use a netgear FVS338 router. It is a 8 port VPN with QoS. Download the manual and see if its meets your needs. It comes with VPN client software for 1 pc, so you have all you need for remote, secure access to your system from any where.

 

[folken]

The most versatile router option would be making one out of an old computer. If you dont want to/can't do that the best routers are the business line of routers from the various companies. They stand up to much more punishment than the home lines of routers.

 

[Madwand]

One option, that could be lots of fun, is a Linksys WRT54GL / G v. 1-4 with a third-party firmware. DD-WRT for example has a ton of features. Check out the manual, source code, etc.. Add your own features?

There are also other routers supported by various third-party firmware if Linksys isn't to your liking.

I have a WRT54G v.1 that's currently working as a wireless bridge, connecting as a client to a D-Link DGL-4300. The D-Link's stable and performs well, and has quite a few features, but a DD-WRT setup is better for a tweaker.