Best router for an older imac

I am thinking of upgrading my router. I do need wireless occasionally to stream music, but
usually I am wired (I have 3 computers)
For a few years now I have felt my router is substandard (its an older netgear router I think I paid $20 for)
What would be the best router?
Thanks for all info and opinions.
Ps. if anyone has any clues as how to speed up my cable internet that would help too.
Right now I am using Tinkertool pro to help with the speed.
My isp says I am getting 8mb but I dsl reports says 4mb.
I know that is not terrible but I like to tinker so to speak!
thanks Laura

Most any router that works well with a Mac should be fine. If you don't mind the expense the best option is to buy an Apple router, but they are expensive as routers go these days. I've used numerous brands over the years and have had decent experience with a D-Link DI-524 which is a 4-port and wireless router. Although D-Link does not overtly support Macs many of their routers work quite well with Macs. You need to use your browser to configure them, but that's pretty easy to do. The price is under $60.00.

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