How to turn your old router into a Wi-Fi extender – and fix dead spots for free

If your old router has a native AP mode in its settings, select it, connect your original router to your older one via an ...
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Before you buy a Wi-Fi extender, try this

Turn a spare router into a Wi-Fi repeater or access point to boost weak internet areas in your home Reviewed by Lisa Mildon You can use an old router to make your Wi-Fi reach more places in your home.
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I thought I needed a new router, but turning my old one into an access point fixed more than I expected

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Router Vs. Access Point: How Are They Different?

When researching how to set up a Wi-Fi network, you're going to hear a lot of talk about routers and access points. While both help you connect to the internet, their roles in a network are ...
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Don't throw out your old router, it makes a better access point than most you can buy

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