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FCC's Wi-Fi Router Ban Explained

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New wireless routers now banned from sale in the US, but you can still use yours
Almost every new wireless router for use in US homes is now banned from sale within the country under a new Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ruling.

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PCMag on MSN · 6h
The FCC Just Banned the Sale of New Wi-Fi Router Models Made Outside US
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The FCC Just Banned Foreign-Made, New Wi-Fi Routers: Here’s What To Know
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FCC bans import of new consumer routers not made in the US over security threat — agency says foreign-made devices pose ‘unacceptable risk’ to US persons
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), which certifies every radio-emitting device (including routers) in the U.S., has announced “the addition of routers produced in a foreign country to the Co...

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Has The U.S. Just Banned Consumers From Buying Any Wi-Fi Router?
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The US government just banned consumer routers made outside the US
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U.S. Bans Imports of Foreign-Made Routers Over Security Concerns
A White House-convened security review determined these devices pose serious risks to critical U.S. infrastructure.

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CNET · 1d
FCC Bans Foreign-Made Routers as a 'National Security Risk'
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Netgear Shares Rise After FCC Bans Foreign-Made Routers
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Buying a router? A new US ban just shrank your choices - here's why

You can still use your current router. Existing models can still be sold, but no new models. The next time you upgrade your internet router, you might notice your options are a little slimmer. In an update this week,
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Never Do Any Of These 5 Things On Your Router

Your router is the gateway for all wireless communication within your home, so you should avoid anything that could increase its vulnerability to attacks.
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I Used to Tell People to Skip Wi-Fi 7 Routers. CNET's Lab Testing Changed My Mind

I thought Wi-Fi 7 routers were overhyped and overpriced. But after personally testing them and analyzing the data, I stand corrected.
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How to Use Your Own Router for Verizon Fios

For years, my family had a bundled package with Verizon Fios that included cable, VOIP and internet. But as my family’s watching habits turned to streaming, it was rare when we turned on the cable box. At the same time, Verizon’s costs have continued ...
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4 Clever Uses For Your Old Routers

Man changes out an old wireless router while looking at his phone - Vladimir Soldatov/Getty Images Replacing old tech is a vital part of ensuring the items you rely on are up-to-date, as secure as possible, and offer the speeds and features you need.
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The confusing U.S. router ban, explained: Which routers are banned?

The ban is sweeping, as virtually every consumer router on the market today is made overseas. However, the FCC also said that previously approved WiFi routers can still be operated and sold. An FCC communication states that the "action does not impact a consumer’s continued use of routers they previously acquired.
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