Hey PK...
Many routers are total trash. MS, Linksys, etc.. Many try to add in custom encryption, packet crap, etc.. I recommend you check out the Belkin line of routers, go with pre-n if you want wireless. 800,000 sq foot of broadcast, super fast, very secure, and easy to use.
http://catalog.belkin.com/IWCatSecti...tion_Id=202570