The Linksys WRT610N is a wireless broadband router, giving users the ability to share a broadband (Cable, DSL) internet connection. The WRT610N features a dual radio band, providing up to twice the regular bandwidth of similar routers. It also functions as a wireless access point and 4-port full duplex Gigabit wired switch, allowing users to network their home or small office. A USB media port allows an external hard drive or USB flash media to be connected to the router for network sharing. The WRT610N uses 256-bit encryption to protect all wireless data transmissions. This router takes advantage of Wireless-N technology, but is also compatible with Wireless-G and –B technologies. The WRT310N was released July 2008, and retails for $150.