WIFI
4 key specs I always recommend to keep Wi-Fi router costs down
Summary Even a budget router should be equipped with at least Wi-Fi 6. Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) is too restrictive for current tech, and increasingly unsupported. It’s best to pick a router that matches or surpasses your home’s square footage. In some scenarios, a mesh system may be unavoidable if you want to reach every corner….
Netgear Orbi 370 Wi-Fi 7 mesh router review: Dual-band Wi-Fi 7 hardware finally makes Orbi affordable
Why you can trust Tom’s Hardware Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you. Find out more about how we test. Netgear has a well-stacked lineup of Wi-Fi mesh routers, including the Orbi 770, 870, and 970. The Orbi 770 and 870 are tri-band…
ASRock X870 Nova WiFi Motherboard Review: Lots of storage, not without sacrifice
Why you can trust Tom’s Hardware Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you. Find out more about how we test. Priced at $269.99 at the time of this writing, the X870 Nova WiFi is a reasonably priced and handsomely equipped option in the…
The best mesh Wi-Fi systems of 2025
A Wi-Fi mesh system is one of the best upgrades you can make to improve your home’s internet coverage, especially if you’ve ever struggled with dead zones, buffering or dropped video calls. Unlike a single router that broadcasts from one central point, a mesh system uses multiple access points spread throughout your space to blanket…
4 tricks I use to boost my Wi-Fi signal for fast internet throughout my home
Summary Your first step to improving Wi-Fi signal is optimizing router placement. Get your router out of any closets or drawers, and put it on a desk or table in a central location. Kill any (unused) bandwidth hogs such as filesharing apps, background audio and video streams, or Wi-Fi accessories you no longer need. You…
4 things I bet you didn’t know your Wi-Fi router could do
Summary Wi-Fi routers with Matter and Thread can simplify your smart home setup, including reducing your dependence on hubs and smart speakers. If you’re a parent, router-level controls will let you control when your child goes online, and possibly what websites they can access. Avoid going overboard, though. Some routers allow the creation of a…
How Radio Frequencies Actually Work: From Electrons to Your WiFi
Right now, as you’re reading this, your device is performing a feat that would seem like magic to anyone just a century ago. Your phone is negotiating with distant cell towers, your WiFi router is streaming high-resolution video, and if you’ve got any IoT devices, they’re whispering to each other using protocols like LoRa. All…
9 Powerful Reasons to Use the Arduino UNO WiFi REV2 ABX00021 in Your Next IoT Project – Robu.in | Indian Online Store | RC Hobby | Robotics
Table of Contents: Introduction to Arduino UNO WiFi REV2 What is the ABX00021 Board? Technical Specifications 9 Game-Changing Features of the Arduino UNO WiFi REV2 Applications and Project Ideas Arduino UNO WiFi REV2 vs. Classic Arduino UNO How to Get Started with ABX00021 (Step-by-Step) Expert Tips to…
4 router tricks I use to speed up my Wi-Fi for online gaming
Summary Connect more devices to Ethernet to free up the airwaves. If you’ve got a mesh system, try wiring your routers to each other to create a better backhaul. You should also take advantage of device prioritization options, and consider relegating low-priority devices to a separate 2.4GHz SSID. Don’t ignore router placement — obstacles and…
Shopping for a Router Sucks. Here’s What You Need to Know
Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E devices certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance must support WPA3, but it’s not exclusive to the new standard. You can find Wi-Fi 5 routers with WPA3 support, and some manufacturers are rolling it out onto older devices via firmware updates. It is also backward compatible. Most routers will offer a hybrid…