1. Linksys is a great brand in my opinion. I've yet to have a true problem with their routers. 2. Might as well pick up a WRT54G, even if you don't plan to go wireless. The stuff that the new firmware can do over what the old BEFSR41 can is worth the few extra bucks. Plus with the WRT, you have the option of third party firmwares. Don't get the WRT54GS though. No need for it and some special firmwares won't work on it. 3. A router, by default, will block all unsolicited incomming requests. Doesn't mean that you DON'T need a firewall, but your need will be greatly reduced. If you want to control the traffic comming out of your network, then yes, you'll still need a firewall.
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