How to install custom firmware on your router
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Custom firmware can increase the capabilities of yourWi-Fi routerwithout having to buy any extra parts. Popular options likeDD-WRT or OpenWrtreinforce your router’s support for VPNs, QoS, and other networking settings. If you’re someone who wants to tweak things and get the absolute most out of your internet connection, here’s how to install custom firmware on your router.
How to download OpenWrt firmware for your router
How to install OpenWrt firmware on your router
OpenWrt is the top pick for custom router firmware
Your Wi-Fi router can do a lot more if you install custom firmware such as OpenWrt. OpenWrt in particular allows for easy customization of options your router won’t otherwise offer in its default settings.
OpenWrt makes managing all of your router’s settings easier if you’re the kind of person who wants to dig into your network settings. Everything from changing your password to enabling VPN and QoS support is included in it. Devices like theHONOR MagicBook 14will benefit from maximizing your connectivity with OpenWrt.
An excellent router with full OpenWrt support
If you really want to dig into router settings with OpenWrt, the TP-Link Archer A7 is the router to get.
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