You have many options. The newest cable standard is DOCSIS 3.0, which supports speeds in excess of 100Mbps by using multiple bonded channels. The Motorola Surfboard line is a proven performer. I haven't personally used any of their combo units, but currently use a Motorola SB6120 DOCSIS 3.0 standalone cable modem.
A cable router modem is acts as an access point for cable internet access and works as a network router. Some of the best are Linksys, Bosch and Dewalt routers.
A router and a modem are two separate things. There are a few different modem/router combo's, but typically you will need both items.
you will need a router if you have a modem or if your isp gives you a modem router combo and you want to share with more computers you will need a switch
if your modem has wireless capblility then you don't need a router.
if modem has wireless capability then a router is not needed
if modem has wireless capability then a router is not needed
MAC/PC/printer to router. Router to modem. Modem to wall/internet. Wired or wireless router is optional, same principle.
Ethernet cable
there has been a misunderstanding between modem and router. some people use only a modem to connect wirelessly and some use a modem and a router. The fact is there are two types. first type is a modem with built in router, second is router itself. this will clear your mind. you don't have to buy a router to go online, just a get modem with router built in
The PS3 does not have a router. It can go online with an ethernet cable connected to a router or modem or with WiFi from a wireless router or modem
wireless modem is a modem built in with wireless router, people use router seperately to connect to internet because their modem doesn't have a built in router. you can replace a wireless modem to a wirelss n modem.
It is a router.