Your old router may have been abandoned by the manufacturer, but OpenWrt can breathe some new life into it and make it useful ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. person setting up a router - Proxima Studio/Shutterstock It's a familiar scenario: you bought a top-tier Wi-Fi router, yet there's ...

Replacing old tech is a vital part of ensuring the items you rely on are up-to-date, as secure as possible, and offer the speeds and features you need. While many of us might mostly think about the ...

For most of us, the Wi-Fi signal usually ends at the back door. If that includes you, your laptop, projector or big-screen TV might be unable to connect to the internet for a big sporting event or a ...

Q: I just installed a new router that was supposed to be much faster, but now some of my older devices aren’t working so well. What’s going on? A: Upgrading your wireless router is one of the best ...

These days, your wireless router is not just your lifeline to the internet, but also to your job. We've hand-tested the top routers so you can find the right fit to build a snappy home Wi-Fi network.

Learn how to extend your Wi-Fi range outside into your backyard. Most options our CNET writers have explored over the years don't require drilling holes or running new wiring outdoors. Still, getting ...