For years, my family had a bundled package with Verizon Fios that included cable, VOIP and internet. But as my family’s watching habits turned to streaming, it was rare when we turned on the cable box ...

If multiple devices benefit from a wired internet connection, a router can help The most important effect of using a router is that it allows you to connect multiple devices to the internet ...

With each passing year, hardware devices grow less dependent on proprietary components and more reliant on open source technologies. Network routers are among the main beneficiaries of this trend, ...

That equipment fee might not seem like much when you first sign up for internet service, but fast forward a few years and you're looking at hundreds in wasted dollars. Most ISPs charge between $10 and ...

The thing about routers is that they're mostly a set-and-forget type of device. Once you finish configuring your Wi-Fi and basic settings, you typically won't be touching the router again — unless, of ...

Joe Supan is a senior writer for CNET covering home technology, broadband, and moving. Prior to joining CNET, Joe led MyMove's moving coverage and reported on broadband policy, the digital divide, and ...

Boost your home network effortlessly by repurposing an unused router in a few simple steps Reviewed by Lisa Mildon You can use an old router to make your Wi-Fi reach more places in your home. Connect ...

Open source DD-WRT or OpenWrt firmware can breathe new life -- and advanced features -- into your old wired or wireless router With each passing year, hardware devices grow less dependent on ...