Some manufacturers call their products Wi-Fi boosters or Wi-Fi range boosters, while others call them Wi-Fi extenders or Wi-Fi range extenders. For most consumer purposes, … See more

There are two types of Wi-Fi range extenders: desktop and plug-in. Most desktop extenders look just like a wireless router and are typically equipped with external adj… See more

Not very long ago, setting up a range extender required some technical expertise and patience to find the best location (ideally halfway between the router and the dead zone)… See more

While relatively easy to configure, range extenders have their limitations. In addition to the fact that they often use a separate network SSID that you have to log into as you move t… See more

If you're considering upgrading your network with all-new hardware, it's worth looking into a mesh-based Wi-Fi system before you spend money on a traditional r… See more