A router–technically called a ‘hand router’–is a versatile power tool for woodworking. The DIY twins Julian and Marian explain on ‘Easy Tools’ how to use the device correctly. A router is high on the ...

A router is the piece of hardware in your home that makes wifi possible. Being able to change the settings on your router, and thus the security, name, and accessibility of your wifi, is essential for ...

The majority of U.S. homes have an internet connection, and it’s probably not a stretch to guess that the proportion that also has Wi-Fi is close to 100 percent. Anyone who lives in a populated area ...

While technology has come a long way to address dead zones and lacking coverage, Wi-Fi connection strength still primarily ...

In recent years, virtual private networks (VPNs) have gone from technically advanced programs that only IT pros use to consumer-friendly tools that the mainstream masses are familiar with. Many people ...

I've been testing SpaceX's satellite internet service since its early days. Here's how you can improve your Wi-Fi signal with a Starlink mesh node, step by step. (You might even be able to repurpose ...

Like our other devices, routers have software that occasionally needs updates as well to offer improved security and compatibility, and even provide new features for users. To do this, the router ...

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 ...

If your Wi-Fi repeatedly causes problems, the cause may be inside your own home. Routers are often placed near devices that ...

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 ...

Everyone wants reliable and fast internet, and a good router can help, but how do you choose a router? The trick is to work out how the complicated mess of standards, confusing acronyms, and ...