Fast DSL/Cable Router/Switch

[kuphryn]

Currently, I have a Linksys DSL/Cable Router (BEFSR41). I've been using it for about four years now. Overall, it works good, but I think the bandwidth throughput is slow and the firmware is buggy. Connecting to FTP is tricky and there are problems with passive mode, etc.

http://www.linksys.com/products/product.asp?grid=34&scid=29&prid=561

About six months ago the power supply started making howling noise. So I think its days are just about over. Plus the firmware is buggy. I cannot connect to FTP servers when using certain firmware builds.

I'd like to get a new DSL/Cable Router with at least 4x100mb network switch support. What is the best DSL/Cable router right now?

Here are some models I am considering right now.

Netgear

Model RP614 4-Port Cable/DSL Router with 10/100 Mbps Switch
http://www.netgear.com/products/prod_details.php?prodID=131&view=

Model FR114P 4 Port Cable/DSL ProSafe Firewall/Print Server
http://www.netgear.com/products/prod_details.php?prodID=140&view=

Linksys

BEFSX41 Instant Broadband EtherFast®Cable/DSL Firewall Router with 4-Port Switch/VPN End
http://www.linksys.com/products/product.asp?grid=34&scid=29&prid=433

They're all about the same price. Really I want to stay away from Linksys, but 3COM backs them. I have not had a Netgear router. It is any good?

What is the best DSL/Cable router right now in terms of speed (bandwidth throughput) and security?

Thanks,

Kuphryn

[Midknyte]

Netgear is pretty solid, but I don't know if it will be any better than Linksys for your FTP.

Here are a few review sites:
http://www.firewallguide.com/hardware.htm

http://www.practicallynetworked.com/list.asp?p=1

http://www.tomsnetworking.com/