Netgear’s new Wi-Fi 6E router costs $1,500 — wait, what? By Brian Westover The Netgear Orbi Quad-Band Mesh WiFi 6E router offers mind-numbing speeds and advanced features come at a hefty price.
The best Wi-Fi extenders in 2021 By Brian Westover The best Wi-Fi extenders give you more range without sacrificing speed or spending time with complex set-up and management.
Best Wi-Fi routers for 2021 By Brian Westover From 802.11ac and mesh systems to new Wi-Fi 6 routers, these are the best Wi-Fi routers based on performance, range and overall value.
Best gaming routers of 2021 By Brian Westover Get the competitive edge with the best gaming routers, from Wi-Fi 6 speed demons to budget-friendly models and mesh routers that won't slow you down.
Thousands of Netgear routers can be hacked — here's what to do By Paul Wagenseil At least 11 different Netgear Nighthawk home Wi-Fi router models are vulnerable to attack, thanks to a flaw in third-party software.
The best router VPN 2021 By Mo Harber-Lamond VPN Router VPNs can be tricky to set up, but when up and running they give everyone on your network protection. Here are the best five.
Google Wifi review: Mesh for the right price By Brian Nadel Google Wifi is easy to use, more affordable than competing mesh routers and delivers solid performance (if you get the three-pack).
Hundreds of thousands of home Wi-Fi routers under attack — what to do By Paul Wagenseil Routers, range extenders and Wi-Fi adapters from at least 65 different manufacturers are being attacked by cybercriminals, and fixes aren't yet available for most of the vulnerable devices.
How to see who's on your Wi-Fi network By Robert Irvine Worried that someone is using your Wi-Fi network without your permission? Here's how to detect intruders, so you can disconnect them.
How to access your router's settings By Alex Wawro Want to change your Wi-Fi password, or set up a guest Wi-Fi network? You need to access your router's settings — here's how.
Millions of home Wi-Fi routers under attack by botnet malware — what you need to know By Paul Wagenseil Millions of home Wi-Fi routers around the world are under attack from botnet malware, days after a firmware flaw was publicly disclosed.
Your Wi-Fi router could tell everyone where you live — here's what you can do about it By Paul Wagenseil Home gateway routers often reveal their users' addresses on the internet, thanks to an unwise formatting decision made more than 20 years ago.
The best Roku VPN 2021 By Mo Harber-Lamond VPN Setting up a Roku VPN is a little complex, but well worth it when it comes to accessing tons of extra content. Here's our full guide.
How to share a Wi-Fi password By Richard Priday Help people easily connect their Android and iOS devices to your home network by learning how to share a Wi-Fi password.
Customer support hack: Skip Netgear's 90-day support by shopping at Costco By Brian Westover Costco's Concierge Services pick up where Netgear's usual 90 days of customer support leaves off.
Netgear Orbi RBK752 review By Brian Nadel The Netgear Orbi RBK752 offers a cheaper way to get an Orbi mesh system with Wi-Fi 6, but the savings come with diminished performance and shorter range, making it ideal for mid-sized homes.
Linksys Velop AX4200 review By Brian Nadel The Linksys Velop AX4200 is a Wi-Fi 6 mesh value for the largest homes.
Your router's security stinks: Here's how to fix it By Paul Wagenseil Most home Internet routers have serious security flaws, with some so vulnerable to attack they should be thrown out, an expert warns.
Netgear Nighthawk RAXE500 review By Brian Nadel The Netgear Nighthawk RAXE500 sets a new standard for high-performance Wi-Fi, offering the first router with Wi-Fi 6e.
Eero Pro 6 review By Brian Nadel The Eero Pro 6 updates Amazon's mesh router with Wi-Fi 6 speeds, efficient performance and quick, convenient setup that gets you online in minutes.
Asus RT-AX86U router review By Brian Nadel The Asus RT-AX86U uses Wi-Fi 6 to deliver great performance at a reasonable price, making it the router to beat for gaming and everything else.
Netgear Nighthawk XR1000 router review By Brian Nadel With Wi-Fi 6 speeds and a slew of top-shelf features, the Netgear Nighthawk XR1000 is one of the best gaming routers we've ever seen
Linksys MR7350 router review By Brian Nadel The Linksys MR7350 is a basic Wi-Fi 6 router built for the AX era, giving you solid performance for less than you'd spend on most Wi-Fi 5 routers.
What is a mesh Wi-Fi router, and do you need one? By Sarah Brown, Brian Westover A mesh router is the perfect solution for better Wi-Fi coverage in large homes, especially if you're dealing with dead zones.
How to Turn an Old Router into a Wi-Fi Extender By Brian Nadel Got Wi-Fi dead zones? A dusty old router can be easily transformed into a wireless network extender to get whole-house Wi-Fi.
TP-Link RE650 AC2600 Wi-Fi Range Extender review By Brian Nadel The TP-Link RE650 AC2600 Wi-Fi Range Extender has the power to push a network into uncovered areas. But it could cost as much as your router and could block adjacent AC outlets.
Rock Space AC1200 WiFi Extender review By Brian Nadel The Rock Space AC1200 WiFi Extender is a bargain for basic Wi-Fi that's simple to use.
Netgear AX1800 Mesh Extender (EAX20) review By Brian Nadel Editor's Choice The Netgear AX1800 Mesh Extender (EAX20) is the fastest Wi-Fi extender, with the latest Wi-Fi 6 support.
