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Originally Posted by Formerly YB-2
What is the latest word in a 'full service' modem these days? Something that will handle everything (cable TV, high-speed internet, wireless WiFi, etc.). Any one modem better than another, or just whatever the "tech" (I use the term loosely) at Best Buy suggests.
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There are several, but I recommend separates if possible. Will it also handle phone? then you need a telephony modem, which greatly limits choices.
We use a separate cable modem (small and cheap, easy to upgrade and replace, as we did when went to gigabit internet speeds), and a high-end wifi router.
So: cable modem - choose one from your providers list - Motorola is common; refurbished can be had for very little $$.
Wifi Router - I like the high end models from Asus - good user interface, very good internet filters (if you have kids); great range - no need for a mesh network (for us). Spend your money here.
These don't need to be co-located.
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Last edited by clpetersen; 06-20-2019 at 02:34 PM.
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