How to log in and tweak Netgear router settings
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Whether you’re a brand-new owner or already have aNetgear router, you might want to dig into its settings and change some things. With a few simple steps, you can get into your router and change settings for your Wi-Fi and enable things like security features to improve the functionality of your router. Here’s exactly how to log in and tweak Netgear routing settings.
How to log into your Netgear router
How to tweak Netgear router Wi-Fi settings
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If you’re looking for custom router firmware, OpenWrt is ideal
Your Netgear router can do a lot more if you install custom firmware such asOpenWrt. OpenWrt in particular allows for easy customization of options your router won’t otherwise offer in its default settings.
OpenWrt is made for power users. If you want to install custom firmware on your router, this is the best choice. It has better VPN and QoS support than most stock router settings, allowing you increased access to tweaking your router’s speed. On top of that, OpenWrt is regularly updated, so you won’t have to worry about it going out of date and missing features so that your devices like theLG gram 17will always stay connected to the internet.
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