the all-in-one home internet solution - adsl modem, internet-sharing router, and 4-port switch in one box - high-speed adsl modem gives you a fast, "always on" connection to the internet - connect your pcs via the built-in router and 4-port switch to jump start your ethernet network and share the internet throughout your household - advanced firewall and security features protect your pcs, your data, and your family - compatible with both adsl1 or adsl2 standards the linksys adsl2 gateway with 4-port switch is the all-in-one solution for internet connectivity in your home the built-in adsl modem function gives you a blazing fast connection to the internet, far faster than a dial-up, and without tying up your phone line. connect multiple computers to the gateway via the built-in 4-port 10/100 ethernet switch to jump start your home network. you can share files, printers, hard drive space and other resources, or play head-to-head pc games. attach four pcs directly, or connect more hubs and switches to create as big a network as you need. the gateway's router function lets your whole network share a single high-speed internet connection.