Confused about what to look for in a Wi-Fi router? Here, we explain the types, and what specifics you should know before hitting that buy button. It is 2025, and it is anything but obvious that ...

Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is a writer, a text-based adventure connoisseur, a lover of terrible movies and an enthusiastic yet mediocre cook. A CNET editor from 2013 to 2024, Ry ...

The freshly launched Huawei Router X1 and X1 Pro bring Wi-Fi 7 to your living room, wrapped in a sleek, modern design that’s meant to sit out in the open, not gather dust behind your TV.

If that's happening to you, it's time to consider picking up a new router or a cutting-edge mesh network to spread signal to every corner of your home. Here are the top Wi-Fi hardware deals we've ...

Xiaomi has officially completed the global rollout of HyperOS 2, delivering the update to a massive 116 devices across eight regions—and all within just six months. The scale and speed of this ...

Article continues below A number of Virgin's older Wi-Fi routers are no longer receiving vital security updates, which means they could be much more prone to bugs and cyber attacks. It's something ...

Most of us receive a free wi-fi router from our internet service provider (ISP) when we sign up for a broadband deal. These free models can be pretty basic and, while they usually do a decent job, you ...

Here are the most common (and avoidable) mistakes people make when placing their Wi-Fi routers. Don't worry -- all have an easy fix. Joe Supan is a senior writer for CNET covering home technology ...

Mesh networks are smart home devices designed to eliminate Wi-Fi black spots by placing a network of range-extending nodes around the home, giving your signal a more even spread and greater stability.

The Netgear Nighthawk RAXE500 is a tri-band 6GHz Wi-Fi 6E router with coverage of up to 3,500 square feet. Supporting speeds of up to 5.4Gbps on up to 60 concurrent devices, you’ll be able to ...