With this lightweight travel router, you can create a private hot spot and share secure high-speed Internet access wherever a broadband Internet connection is available. 802.11g supports 54 Mbps data transfer rates - five times faster than the speed of 11b networks - for rapid throughput of even large multimedia files, and is backward compatible with 11b users. Choose between Router, Access Point (AP) or Client modes to fit your unique security and communication needs. Up to 16 wireless users connect to the travel router in Router or AP mode; Client mode supports one Ethernet client. With its internal antenna, compact form, and convenient carry case, the travel router transports easily. Advanced Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) and basic Wireless Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption help secure the security of the wireless network. In Router mode, a stateful packet inspection firewall virtual private network (VPN) adds another layer of defense against Internet threats. A familiar Web browser interface and helpful Setup Wizard make installation and configuration easy.