ROUTER & MODEM GUIDES
Make your home network work better
Understand what your modem and router do, improve their placement, and make simple settings changes safely.
Modem vs. router vs. gateway
Learn which device does what and what you actually need in your home.
Best place for your router
Improve signal coverage with better placement before buying new gear.
Restart a router properly
Use the safe restart method without accidentally factory-resetting it.
Change Wi‑Fi settings
Learn when to change your Wi‑Fi channel, band, or network name.
Important: a normal restart is safe. Do not press the small
reset button on a router unless you are ready to erase its settings and set it up again.