Airport extreme vs linksys E2500 advanced dual band router

I have an iMac and apple tv and an iPad. I have internet access through a cable modem. I am about to replace an old g series lynksis router. Why should I get an airport when I can get a linksys e2500 n router for less than half the price?

Hi there. Im sure with will work because they are both N devices. from Cisco's kb site: The Linksys RE1000 is a Wireless-N Range Extender that lets you repeat the wireless signal of any access point or router to provide Internet connectivity in hard to reach areas through a wired or wireless connection. You may refer to this link as well http://www6.nohold.net/Cisco2/ukp.aspx?vw=1&docid=0901b514dd004438b0e1ff0cc8f387ca_RE1000_Frequently...

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