The best router VPN 2021 By Mo Harber-Lamond VPN While they can be tricky to set up, it's certainly worth checking out a router VPN if you want to protect everything in your home.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Best mesh routers for 2021: The best mesh Wi-Fi systems By Brian Westover These are best mesh routers to cover the largest of homes with Wi-Fi.
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.
Netgear Orbi Voice review By Brian Nadel The Netgear Orbi Voice combines Alexa voice control, data and audio
Linksys Max Stream MR9600 review By Brian Nadel The Linksys Max Stream MR9600 is a dual-band Wi-Fi 6 router that is among the smallest and least obtrusive Wi-Fi 6 routers.
TP-Link Deco M9 Plus review By Brian Nadel The TP-Link Deco M9 Plus is easy to setup and use, but performance can be erratic
Linksys Velop review By Brian Nadel The Linksys Velop is pretty powerful, but it's also pricey and delivered inconsistent test results.
How to choose the right cable modem By Marshall Honorof Once you know the terminology, you can narrow down dozens of cable-modem choices to the perfect model for your home.
Modem vs. Router: How They're Different and What They Do By Anthony Domanico Here's a quick overview of modems and routers, how they work together to bring you wireless connectivity and why they're best kept separate.
Best cable modems in 2021 By Philip Michaels Here are the best cable modems for your home or office and why buying a modem is better than renting from your ISP.
Linksys EA8300 Max Stream review By Brian Nadel Despite having short range, the Linksys EA8300 Max Stream delivers excellent speed at a good price.
TP-Link Archer C5400X review By Brian Nadel Editor's Choice It may be big and expensive, but TP-Link's Archer C5400X combines first-rate speed, range and built-in security to rule over all other gaming routers.
Netgear Nighthawk AC2300 (RS400) review By Brian Nadel The Netgear Nighthawk AC2300 (RS400) is a Wi-Fi router that's built to provide Wi-Fi to your home while protecting your household from hackers and threats.
TP-Link Archer C2300 review By Brian Nadel Editor's Choice Fast, cheap and secure are the watchwords for TP-Link's Archer C2300. The router excels in Wi-Fi performance and is among the least expensive available routers that include antivirus protection.
Nest WiFi review By Brian Nadel Editor's Choice Google's Nest WiFi mesh networking kit makes a virtue out of being small, while providing enough mesh networking performance for the typical home and an interactive extension speaker.
Routers of CES 2021: The latest from Netgear, TP-Link and Linksys By Brian Westover CES 2021 brings a slew of new routers with faster performance and smarter features, like voice control, mesh capability and Wi-Fi 6e.
How to secure your Wi-Fi By Emily Long Here's how to keep your Wi-Fi network safe from hackers, thieves and other pests.
Best Cyber Monday mesh router deals By Brian Westover A mesh router provides speedy Wi-Fi for a whole house full of devices, and Cyber Monday brings great deals on our favorites.
Best Black Friday mesh router deals: Our favorite mesh kits for less By Brian Westover A mesh router can provide speedy Wi-Fi for a whole house full of devices, and Black Friday brings great deals on some of our favorite mesh Wi-Fi kits.
Walmart Jetstream router has a nasty backdoor — what you need to know By Roland Moore-Colyer Here's why you need to avoid the Jetstream router sold by Walmart.
Amazon Black Friday sale takes $40 off our favorite Wi-Fi extender By Brian Westover The TP-Link RE650 is our favorite Wi-Fi extender, and it's $40 off for Black Friday.
