Wi-Fi Routers

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A frustrated man sitting on stairs with a smartphone, a red Wi-Fi symbol overlayed, and a screen showing Wi-Fi settings with a warning sign.
This Android Trick Gets You Online When You Can't Find a Wi-Fi Network

You just need the SSID and the password.

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ASUS TUF Gaming BE9400 Tri Band WiFi 7 over a place that looks like an airplane hanger
ASUS Has a New Wi-Fi 7 Router for Gamers

A regular Wi-Fi 7 router is probably just as good, though.

Linux mascot using a laptop with some multiplexer terminals around it.
6 Networking Uses for the Linux nc Command

It has more in its arsenal than you think.

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Indicators on a TP-Link Archer AX 72 Pro.
You Can Still Use Your Internet Service During a Power Outage, Here's How

Don't let a small hiccup like not having power take your network down.

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TP Link Wifi 7 Travel Router Hero
TP-Link's New Travel Router Has Wi-Fi 7
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A decent punch for such a small size.

Power barrel jack and USB ports on the back of the BE7200 Dual Band WiFi 7 XGS PON VoIP Router.
4 Things You Can Do With Your Router's USB Ports

All you need is one USB drive.

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Netgear Orbi Mesh Hero
Netgear's Latest Wi-Fi 7 Mesh System Won't Drain Your Wallet
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Wi-Fi 7 doesn't need to be expensive.

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This $55 TP-Link Router Makes Upgrading Your Wi-Fi Easy

Say goodbye to dead zones and hello to faster internet.

The Netgear Nighthawk RAX300 router on a bookshelf.
I Gave This Netgear Router a 9/10, and It's on Sale for Prime Day
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Is it a bird? Is it a bat? No, it's router on sale for Prime Day.

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Status lights on an TP-Link Archer AX 72 Pro.
This TP-Link Router Upgraded My Home Network and Now It’s 25% Off for Prime Day

This router is the real deal.

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The Unifi Flex Mini 2.5G Ethernet switch with Ethernet cables plugged in being held in a hand.
This Is the Best $49 I've Spent on My Homelab

Who knew small upgrades could have such a big impact?

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A travel router next to a laptop and little plant.
I Always Bring a Travel Router on Vacation—Here's Why

Never fight with tethering again.

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ASUS router on a shelf
This Is How 6GHz Wi-Fi Fixed My Home Network
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I can't run cables everywhere, but Wi-Fi 7 and 6 GHz can fill in the gaps.

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TP-Link Archer BE9700 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 router on a table.
TP-Link’s New Wi-Fi 7 Routers Have Tri-Band 10Gbps for $250
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Plus, a mesh router system that hits 14 Gbps.

A router on a wooden table with a Wi-Fi icon, a pineapple next to it, and several skull icons around it.
What is a Wi-Fi Pineapple? How to Protect Yourself From Pineapple Attacks

Beware tasty fruit and hackers masquerading as known Wi-Fi networks.

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The ASUS ZenWifi BD4 Outdoor router over a photo of some plants.
ASUS' New Outdoor Wi-Fi 7 Router Offers Everything but Tri-Band

Even without tri-band, this appears to be a great option for anyone who needs to extend their Wi-Fi signal beyond the home.

Illustration of an Orb internet score.
Ookla Founder Launches "Orb," a Smarter Internet Quality Tracker

Yes, I'm pondering my Orb.

A Starlink antenna on a home's roof
Starlink’s New Plan Gets You the Hardware for Free
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Subscription required, of course.

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iPhone and Android phone.
Setting Up This Smart Home Device Was an Ordeal Until I Tried Using Android

In an Apple or Android exclusive household, it pays to keep a different device around.

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A plane flying over clouds.
Another Major Airline is Rolling Out Free Wi-Fi
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Can we make this a trend?

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