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I've tried so many different ways to reboot my router, and it turns out the best solution costs barely anything.

Consumer Tested Ratings and PropelRC have released their 2026 rankings of the best cable modems, identifying top models for speed, stability, and cost savings over ISP rentals. The Hitron DOCSIS 3.1 ...

Last month saw a surprise ban on almost every new wireless router intended for use in US homes. The FCC ruling described all foreign-made routers as a national security risk. The FCC offered a pathway ...

The US FCC's ban on foreign-made routers is benefiting a very small number of companies. Here's what companies are blocked from import, which are exempt, and why, as of April 15, 2026. In March, the U ...

SpaceX's satellite internet equipment comes in two very different flavors. I've tested both. Here are the key differences in ...

Our electronics writer lives in an aging apartment, but these mesh Wi-Fi routers kept him constantly connected online.

The FBI and NSA are warning of new threats targeting routers. Attacks from Russian hackers can compromise your router. Update the firmware and tighten your router password. When was the last time you ...

In early 2026, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) made a big announcement: It had banned routers produced in foreign countries due to national security concerns. That means any equipment not ...

The FBI is urging Americans to check their home WiFi routers after thousands were compromised by Russian spies. According to the Department of Justice, a Russian military hacking group known as Fancy ...

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