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Apple’s AirPort and Time Capsule go beyond ordinary wi-fi. With a signal twice as powerful as older routers they really go the distance – and beyond internet. Attach any USB printer and share with everyone on your network – Mac & PC.

Apple AirPort Express base station ($99) has 802.11n wi-fi, which is 6 times faster than the older G variety. It shares internet and USB printers wirelessly. Bring music to any room. Macs, PCs, iPhones & iPads can play audio through AirPort Express – just attach external speakers or an amp.

Apple AirPort Extreme base station ($199) utilizes 802.11ac technology – twice as fast as N and 12 times faster than G. It can focus the wi-fi radio beam in the direction of a device so you pull in the strongest signal. Shares internet and printers through Ethernet and wireless. Attach a USB hard drive to share files or back up through the network without a server.

Apple Time Capsule ($299) is an AirPort Extreme with a built-in 2 TB hard drive, perfect for file sharing or Time Machine backups. The all-in-one design is very compact and saves money compared to buying an Airport Extreme and a hard drive. Access files from anywhere through the internet. Unlike many routers, AirPorts can be joined together (wired or wirelessly) to extend your network throughout a large area. Learn more about the importance of wi-fi done right.