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    Mesh Wi-Fi vs Traditional Routers: Which is better?
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    Mesh Wi-Fi vs Traditional Routers: Which is better?

    When it comes to setting your home up with Wi-Fi it's easy to get stumped on the question of which Wi-Fi type is best: A traditional home router, or one of the new Wi-Fi mesh systems? Here are the basics to help you make the right decision.
    By PCWorld Staff 2 months ago
    Here's how to fix your NAS if Windows 10 or 11 broke its functionality
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    Here's how to fix your NAS if Windows 10 or 11 broke its functionality

    Finally transitioning away from an old version of Windows? If you have an older NAS, here’s the reason why it might not be working in Windows 10 or 11—and how to fix it.
    By Alaina Yee 2 months ago
    The best cheap cell phone plans: Slash your monthly bill
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    The best cheap cell phone plans: Slash your monthly bill

    Whether you need just a few voice minutes or gobs of cheap data, choosing a cheap cell phone plan through an alternative carrier—aka mobile virtual network operator (MVNO)—lets you stay on your preferred network while saving a ton of cash.
    By Alaina Yee 3 months ago
    Black Friday 2022: How to get the best prices on tech, and where to shop
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    Black Friday 2022: How to get the best prices on tech, and where to shop

    Holiday shopping this year may be chaotic. Here's what's important to know in preparation for Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2022.
    By Alaina Yee 5 months ago
    Best mesh Wi-Fi routers: Reviews and buying advice
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    Best mesh Wi-Fi routers: Reviews and buying advice

    Few elements of your home’s infrastructure have a bigger impact on your tech life. We recommend mesh Wi-Fi routers for most people, and we’ll help you find just the right one for your needs.
    By Michael Brown 7 months ago
    Wi-Fi 5 vs. Wi-Fi 6 vs. Wi-Fi 6E: Which router should you pick?
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    Wi-Fi 5 vs. Wi-Fi 6 vs. Wi-Fi 6E: Which router should you pick?

    With three versions of Wi-Fi on the market, picking a router is more complicated than ever.
    By Jared Newman 8 months ago
    Save a massive 40% on Eero Pro 6E mesh Wi-Fi routers for Prime Day
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    Save a massive 40% on Eero Pro 6E mesh Wi-Fi routers for Prime Day

    Take a 40% discount on one of the best mesh Wi-Fi systems around, the Eero Pro 6E, in packs of one, two, or three for Prime Day.
    By Michael Crider 9 months ago
    Why you should upgrade to Wi-Fi 6/6E
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    Why you should upgrade to Wi-Fi 6/6E

    The quality of your Wi-Fi network has a huge influence on your online activities. Here's what you should know about the latest Wi-Fi 6/6E standard and how to upgrade.
    By Matthew S. Smith 10 months ago
    Eero Pro 6E mesh Wi-Fi review: More family sedan than sports car
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    Eero Pro 6E mesh Wi-Fi review: More family sedan than sports car

    Eero’s new mesh system is fast enough, reliable, and cheaper than other big mesh Wi-Fi 6E systems.
    By Wes Davis 10 months ago
    Netgear Orbi 6E Mesh review: A powerful—and expensive—Wi-Fi mesh system
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    Netgear Orbi 6E Mesh review: A powerful—and expensive—Wi-Fi mesh system

    This otherwise excellent router is tainted by a luxury price tag and too many subscription-only features. Read on for details.
    By Wes Davis 11 months ago
    Wi-Fi problems? Here's how to diagnose your router issues
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    Wi-Fi problems? Here's how to diagnose your router issues

    Get to the root of your Wi-Fi problems with these simple steps. They range from small tweaks to your existing router to buying a Wi-Fi extender to purchasing a new Wi-Fi router for a complete fresh start.
    By Jared Newman 11 months ago
    Devolo Magic 2 Wi-Fi Next review: Mesh network through your power lines
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    Devolo Magic 2 Wi-Fi Next review: Mesh network through your power lines

    Powerline is neat, but stability issues and confusing, limited UI hold back the Devolo Magic 2 Wi-Fi Next.
    By Wes Davis 11 months ago
    Netgear Nighthawk M5 mobile router review: Probably too expensive, but nice
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    Netgear Nighthawk M5 mobile router review: Probably too expensive, but nice

    The Netgear Nighthawk M5 is strong as a router, stronger as a modem, strongest as a hotspot.
    By Wes Davis 12 months ago
    TP-Link GX90 review: A supremely powerful gaming router
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    TP-Link GX90 review: A supremely powerful gaming router

    If you want a powerful single access-point gaming router that provides great range and performance, look no further.
    By Wes Davis 12 months ago
    Which Wi-Fi router looks the most like an evil alien spaceship?
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    Which Wi-Fi router looks the most like an evil alien spaceship?

    Designs for gaming routers have gotten really familiar lately. It's time to break down which ones look like spaceships.
    By Michael Crider 1 year ago
    Firewalla Gold review: Powerful home network security in a tiny box
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    Firewalla Gold review: Powerful home network security in a tiny box

    The Firewalla Gold router allows easily configurable and powerful control over a home network, from resisting attacks to identifying internal device threats to blocking ads and adult sites.
    By Glenn Fleishman 1 year ago
    Wi-Fi 7 is coming: Meet the smarter, faster Internet of the future
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    Wi-Fi 7 is coming: Meet the smarter, faster Internet of the future

    Qualcomm announces the FastConnect 7800, which the company says will be the first Wi-Fi 7 chip. But what is Wi-Fi 7? We explain the next generation of wireless networking technology.
    By Mark Hachman 1 year ago
    Telstra launches the Smart Modem 3 with faster Wi-Fi speeds
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    Telstra launches the Smart Modem 3 with faster Wi-Fi speeds

    Telstra has launched the Smart Modem 3, featuring Wi-Fi 6 and promising faster Wi-Fi speeds than before.
    By Dominic Bayley 1 year ago
    These bristling Asus ROG Rapture routers are home network hot rods
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    These bristling Asus ROG Rapture routers are home network hot rods

    The hot rods of Asus’s ROG Rapture gaming router lineup are about to get huge upgrades.
    By Wes Davis 1 year ago
    Netgear's Nighthawk RAXE300 makes cutting-edge Wi-Fi 6E more affordable
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    Netgear's Nighthawk RAXE300 makes cutting-edge Wi-Fi 6E more affordable

    The Netgear Nighthawk RAXE300 shaves hundreds of dollars off the price of previous Netgear Wi-Fi 6E routers. It still ain't cheap, but it's a whole lot cheaper.
    By Wes Davis 1 year ago
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