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.

Joe Supan is a senior writer for CNET covering home technology, broadband, and moving. Prior to joining CNET, Joe led MyMove's moving coverage and reported on broadband policy, the digital divide, and ...

I used to blame my internet provider for sluggish speeds—until I realized the problem was right in my living room. After making a few simple adjustments, my internet went from frustrating to fast.

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

Your internet service provider is only half the battle. You need the right modem and router to actually enjoy the ultrafast speeds you're paying for. Oliver Haslam has been writing about phones, ...

Although a new tech, Wi-Fi 7 has been around long enough now that it’s not a novelty in 2026. Subsequently, WiFi 7 routers are also making their way to the mainstream scene with claims of faster ...

Your Wi-Fi router is probably not that different from the same model made decades ago, but a 5G router could be the ...

Proper router location is essential; large homes need mesh Wi-Fi. Position your router centrally and elevated for optimal Wi-Fi signal. Avoid placing your router near microwaves or other disruptive ...