TOP NETWORK SECURITY
D-Link AC2600 Wi-Fi Router (DIR-2680)
$199.99 | EDITORS’ CHOICE Llllm
PROS: Speedy throughput performance. Strong
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control. Easy to install.
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connected to it.
FUTURE-PROOF HOME NETWORKING
Asus RT-AX88U
$349.99 | EDITORS’ CHOICE Llllm
PROS: Speedy performance. Easy installation.
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ports. Robust QoS settings. Built-in malware
protection.
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to date. It comes loaded with advanced features and very capable management
software. While all that drives its price up somewhat, it’s still the top future-
proof router you can buy right now.
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