Engadget says you probably don’t need a second active router
A spare router can still be useful: Engadget says it can serve as a second network access point, but cautions that you need to be careful with setup.
A spare router can still be useful: Engadget says it can serve as a second network access point, but cautions that you need to be careful with setup.
For better coverage or more wired connections, Engadget says mesh, access points and Ethernet switches usually make more sense than a second active router. The outlet also says a spare router can serve as a second network access point, provided you’re careful about how you set it up.
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A spare router can still be useful: Engadget says it can serve as a second network access point, but cautions that you need to be careful with setup.
For better coverage or more wired connections, Engadget says mesh, access points and Ethernet switches usually make more sense than a second active router. The outlet also says a spare router can serve as a second network access point, provided you’re careful about how you set it up.