WiFi 6 also called 802.11ax is the newest WiFi protocol being introduced along with new and better hardware. New routers that have the new WiFi 6 built-in are now available with many improvements over previous WiFi versions. Improvements include up-to 4X faster data rates, increased capacity, better performance in dense environments, Improved power efficiency and better latency times.… Read More »
Using an old router to extend a wireless signal is a low-cost way to build a better wireless network. Old routers can be used as an access point or WiFi extender by running an Ethernet cable and changing a few settings. This can be used in many situations from extending wireless to a garage or boosting wireless to… Read More »
Going on long car trips can cause issues when there is no internet especially when one person has a movie/song file another wants to hear or watch. Mass storing all your media files and then having your own traveling portable WiFi that shares all the data to any device is possible on the cheap. These devices have different… Read More »
Having control over a router to manage WiFi is a must have for many households. A router can be setup with parental controls to manage an internet connection, from shutting it off, to setting time limits. Your router may already have some features built-in which can be setup to manage WiFi in a home with checking the manual… Read More »
Portable travel routers were introduced a few years ago and have quickly become very popular. They can do many things depending on the scenario from sharing files to sharing an internet connection. For example, a travel router with built-in storage can stream movies or music to multiple devices in a vehicle while moving. This helps keep passengers busy… Read More »
Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) are becoming increasingly popular. From staying secure on free open WiFi connections to hiding your online location a VPN is very useful. They have a lot to offer but can be limited when multiple devices are being used in a home. VPN software can be installed on each individual device or a whole house… Read More »
Setting up a VPN router is a nice option since multiple devices can use the VPN along with many devices that do not have built-in VPN software. The TP-Link Archer AC1750 C7 is one such good home router that can be setup as a VPN that all home devices can use. I recently found a TP-Link… Read More »
Flashing a router with DD-WRT can bring new life to an old unit with many more features and options available. The D-Link 601 is one such older Wireless-N router that DD-WRT can be installed on. After DD-WRT is installed it can be very useful in many scenarios such as a WiFi extender or a VPN router.… Read More »
Setting up a VPN on a home router is ideal in many scenarios. It makes it easy for any device to automatically have VPN protection even devices a VPN can not be set up on such as an Apple TV. They also allow multiple connections and are only seen as one connection from a VPN service.… Read More »
The Linksys WRT54G is a very old router that can still be very useful with 3rd part Firmware from DD-WRT. The WRT54G was once a very notoriously good router, because after DD-WRT was installed it became a powerful unit for its day. Even though it is old it can still be a good budget setup that… Read More »