NETGEAR DG834G Network Router User Manual


 
Introduction 2-1
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Chapter 2
Introduction
This chapter describes the features of the NETGEAR DG834G 54 Mbps Wireless ADSL Firewall
Router . The DG834G wireless router is a combination of a built-in ADSL modem, router, 4-port
switch, 802.11g wireless access point, and firewall which enables your entire network to safely
share an Internet connection that otherwise is used by a single computer.
About the Router
The DG834G 54 Mbps Wireless ADSL Firewall Router provides continuous, high-speed 10/100
Ethernet access between your wireless and Ethernet devices. The DG834G wireless router enables
your entire network to share an Internet connection through the built-in ADSL modem that
otherwise is used by a single computer. With minimum setup, you can install and use the router
within minutes.
The DG834G wireless router provides multiple Web content filtering options, plus e-mail
browsing activity reporting and instant alerts. Parents and network administrators can establish
restricted access policies based on time-of-day, Web site addresses and address keywords, and
share high-speed ADSL Internet access for up to 253 personal computers. The included firewall
and Network Address Translation (NAT) features protect you from hackers.
Note: If you are unfamiliar with networking and routing, refer to Appendix B, “Network
and Routing Basics”, to become more familiar with the terms and procedures used in this
manual.