An alternative to a Wi-Fi extender is a mesh network, which uses router-like devices in each room to serve Wi-Fi in that room. Mesh networks are quickly becoming the preferred way for people to boost ...

If you have a dual-band Wi-Fi 6 router, for example, get a dual-band Wi-Fi 6 extender. For easy setup and configuration, wherever possible, opt for an extender that is the same brand as your router.

The extender picks up the signal from your main router and rebroadcasts it, thereby extending the Wi-Fi range. There are a couple of ways to set up your old router as a Wi-Fi extender.

Netgear Nighthawk EAX17 review: Design Long and narrow, the white Netgear Nighthawk EAX17 extender is larger than the Linskys RE7350 at 5.8 x 2.7 x 1.9 inches. This leaves just enough room to use ...