Most routers are dual-band – meaning they can use the 2.4GHz channel or the 5GHz channel. More modern simultaneous dual-band routers, such as Apple’s now discontinued AirPort Extreme, are smarter, and ...

Choosing the right Wi-Fi band can make a big difference in your internet connection. Here’s what you need to know. Trisha Jandoc was an associate writer at CNET covering broadband and everything ...

When it comes down to the main differences, the information below will aid you a great deal. So, keep reading to gain some knowledge. OK, so the 2.4GHz contains 14 total channels. Each of these ...

Up until recently, I've only ever had a single WAP in my house. Last year, I inherited an Airport Extreme, so I added it to the basement to increase signal down there. Just this weekend, I added an ...

I had two different SSIDs for my 2.4ghz and 5ghz wireless networks- I think because I've had issues with devices not working correctly on 5ghz, but in the end, I had every device on the 2.4ghz SSID, ...

There are several differences between 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi bands. However, the one that matters most to users is that 5GHz Wi-Fi offers much faster speeds, while 2.4GHz is relatively slower but ...