I'd switch to Linksys. I've never had a problem with Linksys routers, except occasionally after thunderstorms, but that had more to do with Cox having to reset the connection than with the router. I've also found that pressing the reset switch after power comes back on prevents that problem.

I have, and it just streight-up doesn't want to work. And seems me and EA have the same ISP.

Ok, next time that the router kicks out, run a traceroute and post the results here.

And really, the router model would be appreciated.

Routers also occasionally get IP conflicts internally, especially if you're with an internet Provider (Read as: Rogers Cable) That doesn't actually WANT you using a Router. That can have you booted as well.

I've noticed that the Belkin 54g Wireless never seems to have an IP conflict, and is great for non-DSL connections.

For a DSL connection, I just finished purchasing and setting up a D-Link Wireless 54g Router as well, and this one SEEMS to be okay. In about a week after it's been tested a bit, we'll do a write up on that.

Specifically about Netgear- I have had a lot of problems with the Wired Router we set up at my mother's office, with the same issue. We determined that it doesn't like DSL connections, and prefers "Always on" Internet. I don't know if that helps at all, but if you have a Username/Password for internet access, Netgear may not be the Router for you.

Seconded. I've abused that little wireless thing for a long awhile, I think, and it's never done wrong to me like this Netgear stuff you're talking about. Sure, about 4 times during the whole of the 4-5 years of my having it it's done some screwy things, but just basic knowledge of how the routers work (which I don't have, but my other family members do :p) helps.

So, if you have any money you'd be willing to spend on for better internet, Linksys is a good option.

I can't recommend brands of routers, as I've stuck with my Belkin for about 3 years now. All I can recommend is that you do some Google-fu before you make a new purchase.

Again, make sure that it is the router, and not your ISP, causing the issues. The ISP may be causing the router to fritz, as Nikose mentioned; that's a good reason to switch routers. But if the ISP itself is down, replacing the router won't help.