Frustrated by the software limitations of your router? Replacing it with the Linux-powered DD-WRT firmware can be a big upgrade. Maybe you want to use an old router as a second access point for your ...

September 6, 2019 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google In this week’s technology-advice column from Lifehacker, we’re going back to our favorite topic: wireless ...

As its name suggests, a Wi-Fi extender rebroadcasts an existing Wi-Fi signal. It connects to an existing router to broaden the wireless network coverage throughout a building. These devices, also ...

Wi-Fi Not Reaching Your Laptop? How to Choose Between a Mesh Router and Range Extender Looking to increase the strength and reach of your wireless network? Learn the key differences between Wi-Fi ...

For many people, an Ethernet connection is the preferred way to connect to the Internet, since it can be more reliable and less prone to interruptions than a wireless connection. The typical Ethernet ...

If you're running a small business with more than one computer, routers are usually a necessity. Routers provide small businesses with added security, a link between computer systems and extra ...

A VPN-enabled router can provide online privacy for any device connected to it. But not all router models allow it. Joe Supan is a senior writer for CNET covering home technology, broadband, and ...

Setting up a router VPN takes a bit of effort but it's well worth it. We explain how to install a VPN on your router, what the advantages are, and how to choose the right provider for the job. If ...