ZDNET's key takeaways Routers are cheaper, faster, and easier to set up.Mesh systems fix dead zones with wider ...

Samuel has spent years writing about mobile carriers and their networks following a stint working as a technician in a carrier phone store. Whether it's helping people avoid 36-month payment plans, or ...

CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. At just $40 per device, Vilo's mesh system could net you a ...

A mesh Wi-Fi network uses two or more satellite routers to blanket your home in Wi-Fi. A mesh router is a more efficient and powerful alternative to installing a Wi-Fi extender. Here's an overview of ...

Routers are pretty boring to write about, but every once in a while I’ll make an exception, as is the case with the new Vilo mesh Wi-Fi system. Why? Because it’s dirt cheap and stupidly simple to set ...

If you’re looking to improve your networking experience, then upgrading a Wi-Fi router is one of the easiest ways to do so. Upgrading your wireless router or installing a mesh-based system can help ...

Very affordable. Easy to set up and straightforward to use. Useful features like guest Wi-Fi and parental controls. Reliable and stable connectivity. No support for Wi-Fi 6 or WPA3. Some devices ...

Nearly everyone knows traditional routers—they’ve been around forever at this point. You need just one to manage the internet connection provided through your modem. For some folks, this may be the ...

With more and more devices in our homes — phones, tablets, TVs, computers, game consoles, smart appliances and more — demanding Wi-Fi bandwidth, a reliable, speedy network is more important than ever.