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Maria Diaz/ZDNETWith the adoption of remote and hybrid working, having a reliable internet connection at home is imperative — not just for one device, but for several. If you have a family, maybe even dozens. So what’s better, one single access point, or a mesh network spread about the home?The answer depends on how your home and office are set up and what kind of connection you need. Wi-Fi routers are so good these days that a single access point is often the most straightforward solution. But if you have a larger home or your office is located far away from your router, a mesh network could be a game-changer, boosting the signal no matter where you are.  Also: The best VPN routers of 2025If you’re not sure of the difference, that’s okay, too. Let’s examine both types of connection and consider their pros and cons to determine which one is best for you. What is a traditional Wi-Fi router?A traditional router acts as a central hub for internet connectivity. The router acquires the connection from your internet service provider (ISP), and then allows other devices around the home to connect to it, either via Wi-Fi, or by simply plugging in an Ethernet cable. Typically, routers are password-protected so only your household can connect to it.  You should buy a traditional Wi-Fi router if… More

Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETI can’t believe how small wall chargers are getting thanks to gallium nitride (GaN) technology. I remember when a 30W charger would be a big, brick-sized lump. Now you can get chargers that are several times more powerful for a fraction of the size. Take the Cuktech 15 More

J Studios/Getty ZDNET’s key takeaways Sixty percent of households saw multiple power outages last year Those with solar are most likely to seek whole-home backup Fifty-seven percent of solar users also want a battery for self-supply  Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source<!–> on Chrome and Chromium browsers. Some of today’s […] More

redstallion/iStock/Getty Images Plus ZDNET’s key takeaways RAM is a crucial component for a smooth PC experience. Linux doesn’t require as much RAM as Windows. More is always better. Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source<!–> on Chrome and Chromium browsers. I’m not going to start this with a “back in the […] More

Kyle Kucharski/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysA restart fixes freezes, errors, and update issues.A reset clears all data to fix major glitches.Use restart first, reset only as a last resort.Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source More

Catherine Falls Commercial/Moment via Getty Images ZDNET’s key takeaways Grammarly’s new AI agents are designed to provide assistance without prompting. They’re geared toward students and professional development.  Grammarly says agents will become a major focus for the company. Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source<!–> on Chrome and Chromium browsers. Professional […] More

Soundcore Sleep A30 Earbuds <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Soundcore Sleep A30 are now available for $230 The earbuds are comfortable with helpful sleep features Their active noise cancellation falls flat. –> Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source<!–> on Chrome and Chromium browsers. I care a lot about my sleep, […] More