Because Wi-Fi 7's biggest strength isn't something I really need right now.

The world of wireless connectivity can feel like navigating an "alphabet soup" of confusing technical terms, especially regarding wireless standards. This journey started with 802.11a, one of the ...

Wi-Fi 6 isn't the most cutting-edge wireless standard, but it can offer a bargain if you know where to look. We've tested all ...

Ready to beef up your Wi-Fi network? A wireless range extender is a less expensive alternative to a new router. (Some can even turn your router setup into a mesh system.) Here are the top performers ...

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The Wi-Fi 8 standard trades the gigabit race for reliability – and Icasa's new spectrum rules make it matter locally.

Every model in our ratings is tested by the expert technicians in our labs just north of New York City, where we simulate a typical home environment, measuring the throughput (which can be thought of ...