Pick a USB flash drive or hard drive and stick it into the USB port in the back of your router. Then on your PC, open a browser and type in your router’s IP address and enter the password to enter the ...

Wi-Fi extenders versus mesh networks: To improve Wi-Fi connectivity by eliminating dead spots, Wi-Fi extenders and mesh networks are two of the most popular solutions. Both options are great and will ...

Unplugging a router and restarting it clears up any software glitches that may have developed and lets it reconnect to an ISP, usually improving performance.

WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) allows devices to connect more easily, but it also opens your network to vulnerabilities. Disable WPS in your router settings unless you’re actively pairing a new device.

Update your router firmware regularly to squash bugs, close security gaps, and (potentially) expand features and compatibility. Wait a few days before downloading any new update. Disconnect underused ...

You don't have to buy a new computer to get Wi-Fi 7 speeds. There are external Wi-Fi dongles, such as the Asus RT-BE58 Go or Acer Wave D7, that you can plug into an available USB port to get Wi-Fi 7 ...

If you're running an older router, and your computers support it, you may also get a speed surge by upgrading to a router that supports Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 6E. With 6E, you can get up to 1Gbps, which is ...

Your internet service provider (ISP) brings the internet into your home through a modem. A router then converts that signal into Wi-Fi, allowing phones, laptops, TVs and other devices to connect ...

Improve the stability and reach of your network with a discounted router or Wi-Fi mesh system. I’m the deputy managing editor of the hardware team at PCMag.com. Reading this during the day? Then ...

Broadband Genie suggests deploying a mesh network or using Wi-Fi extenders to sidestep any absorption issues. Alternatively, consider a wired connection, it says. Powerline network kit, which uses the ...