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I Review Routers for a Living. Don’t Buy a Router Right Now

I Review Routers for a Living. Don’t Buy a Router Right Now ...
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My Expert Advice: Don’t Buy a Router Until We Know More About the FCC's Ban

The FCC’s sweeping ban applies to the sale of virtually every new Wi-Fi router. Without regular updates, yours might turn ...
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Best Mesh Wi-Fi Routers for 2026: Our Top Picks After Testing Range and Speed

If you want to completely eliminate dead zones in your home, upgrading to a full-fledged mesh system is the best option. We ...
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The FCC’s Router Ban Is About to Become a 'Mess.' Here's What It Means for Your Home Network

The crackdown on foreign-made routers labeled a "national security risk" affects most major router brands. If you plan on ...
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I Used to Tell People to Skip Wi-Fi 7 Routers. CNET's Lab Testing Changed My Mind

I Used to Tell People to Skip Wi-Fi 7 Routers. CNET's Lab Testing Changed My Mind ...
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The Most Popular Wi-Fi Router in the US Could Soon Be Banned

Federal departments and agencies are backing a TP-Link ban, which stems from national security risks related to the company's complicated ties to China. Joe Supan is a senior writer for CNET covering ...
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There's a Difference Between Your Modem and Router. Here's What You Should Know

These two devices help power your home internet connection. It helps to know how they function. Here are the details. Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is a writer, a text-based adventure ...
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Most US Adults Struggle With Wonky Wi-Fi Connections, CNET Finds. Here's What You Can Do About It

Dashia is the consumer insights editor for CNET. She specializes in data-driven analysis and news at the intersection of tech, personal finance and consumer sentiment. Dashia investigates economic ...