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Upgrading Your Home WiFi? Here Are 3 Things You Should Consider
15 May 2025
Upgrading Your Home WiFi? Here Are 3 Things You Should Consider

When it comes to choosing a new router or mesh system, don’t settle for anything less than a brand that prioritizes trust, performance, and safeguarding your digital life.

Orbi Buyer’s Guide – How to Choose the Right Orbi System
20 June 2025
Orbi Buyer’s Guide – How to Choose the Right Orbi System

This Ultimate Buyer’s Guide for the NETGEAR Orbi Mesh Systems will take you on an informative journey into the future of WiFi.

Is Your Digital Front Door Protected?
21 October 2025
Is Your Digital Front Door Protected?

By Kirsten Daru, NETGEAR Chief Privacy Officer. This month is Cybersecurity Month I want to share some important information to address your router security concerns.

Get Budget Friendly Mesh WiFi with the All-New Orbi 370 Series
29 July 2025
Get Budget Friendly Mesh WiFi with the All-New Orbi 370 Series

Starting at $349 - exceptional value for powerful, reliable, and secure whole-home WiFi 7

Which is The Best Orbi Mesh System for Fiber Internet?
21 May 2025
Which is The Best Orbi Mesh System for Fiber Internet?

Find the best Orbi Mesh WiFi 7 system for fiber internet. Enjoy faster speeds, full coverage, and smooth streaming.

Best Mesh WiFi for Outdoor Coverage
24 March 2025
Best Mesh WiFi for Outdoor Coverage

Not so long ago, devices needed to be close to your router to achieve a reliable internet outdoors connection.

Introducing the NETGEAR XS724EMv2 Switch: Smarter, Faster, and Built for the Future
30 October 2025
Introducing the NETGEAR XS724EMv2 Switch: Smarter, Faster, and Built for the Future

NETGEAR maintains its leadership in multi-gigabit switching technology with the introduction of the XS724EMv2 24-Port 10G/Multi-Gigabit Easy Smart Managed Switch

IDC Marketscape 2025
30 October 2025
IDC Marketscape 2025

IDC recognizes NETGEAR as a strong contender in the 2025 Enterprise WLAN MarketScape, highlighting our focus on simplicity, performance, and affordable networking for small and medium businesses.

NETGEAR Enterprise is Closing the Wide Cybersecurity Risk Gap for SMEs
16 October 2025
NETGEAR Enterprise is Closing the Wide Cybersecurity Risk Gap for SMEs

SMEs face rising cyber threats without enterprise resources. NETGEAR Business bridges this gap with affordable, unified security. Powered by Exium’s SASE and Zero Trust technology, NETGEAR delivers enterprise-grade protection and simple cloud management through Insight — giving SMEs confidence and control in a connected world.

What is MU-MIMO: Enhancing Your WiFi Experience
03 June 2025
What is MU-MIMO: Enhancing Your WiFi Experience

MU-MIMO WiFi tech allows multiple devices to connect seamlessly with less lag. Learn how it enhances streaming, gaming, and smart home efficiency.

Do I Need a Modem for Mesh WiFi?
08 April 2025
Do I Need a Modem for Mesh WiFi?

What is Mesh WiFi and how it works with your modem or ISP isn’t always fully understood. We explore the role of modems and how they work with mesh networks.

Need Help Connecting Your Cable Modem and Router?
31 March 2025
Need Help Connecting Your Cable Modem and Router?

In this article we Modems, WiFi Routers, Cable Gateways, and how to quickly and effectively setup your home network.

Best Practices for Reliable Fiber Modules in AV over IP
01 December 2025
Best Practices for Reliable Fiber Modules in AV over IP

Fiber-optic modules endure heavy workloads in AV-over-IP networks, and without proper care they can degrade long before the end of their expected lifespan. By ensuring effective cooling, keeping connectors clean, actively monitoring health via DDM/DOM, planning timely replacements, choosing quality components with headroom, and avoiding mechanical stress, AV professionals can significantly improve reliability and prevent unexpected outages. These best practices help future-proof fiber installations and keep demanding AV workflows running smoothly.

Lindy & NETGEAR: A Partnership for Advanced AV Integration
28 November 2025
Lindy & NETGEAR: A Partnership for Advanced AV Integration

Lindy and NETGEAR have joined forces to deliver a complete SDVoE-based AV-over-IP solution that combines advanced signal management with enterprise-grade network performance. With guaranteed interoperability, 10G switching, and hardware engineered for seamless integration, this partnership empowers organizations to build scalable, reliable AV systems for corporate, educational, and digital signage environments.

Replacement Strategies and Lifecycle Management for Fiber Modules
24 November 2025
Replacement Strategies and Lifecycle Management for Fiber Modules

Fiber-optic modules play a crucial role in AV-over-IP networks, and waiting for them to fail is never an option—especially during live events. By defining smart replacement strategies, keeping spare modules on hand, tracking usage and installation dates, and choosing high-quality components with headroom, you can prevent downtime and extend the lifespan of your entire AV infrastructure. Proactive lifecycle management ensures your fiber links remain stable, reliable, and ready for mission-critical performance.

What is an eSIM and How Does it Revolutionize Your Connectivity?
17 November 2025
What is an eSIM and How Does it Revolutionize Your Connectivity?

Built directly into your device, an eSIM removes the need for a physical SIM card and is becoming the new standard in smartphones, tablets, laptops, wearables, etc.

Introducing the M7 Portable WiFi Hotspot: Your Passport to 5G WiFi Freedom
17 November 2025
Introducing the M7 Portable WiFi Hotspot: Your Passport to 5G WiFi Freedom

Freedom to conveniently connect anywhere and everywhere is now a reality thanks to the Nighthawk M7 Portable WiFi Hotspot.

The Benefits of Portable WiFi Mobile Hotspots
27 June 2025
The Benefits of Portable WiFi Mobile Hotspots

How many pockets do frequent travelers, remote workers, and digital nomads need in 2025? Only a couple it seems, including one pocket for your portable WiFi hotspot router.

What is WiFi 7? Your Guide to the Next Generation of Home Wireless
02 December 2025
What is WiFi 7? Your Guide to the Next Generation of Home Wireless

Discover NETGEAR WiFi 7 routers and mesh systems for unparalleled speed, low latency, and seamless connectivity. Elevate your internet experience today!

Download Time Calculator: How Long Will It Take to Download?
02 December 2025
Download Time Calculator: How Long Will It Take to Download?

Estimate your download times instantly. Learn how Mbps vs MB impacts speed and discover NETGEAR Nighthawk and Orbi WiFi 7 routers for faster performance.

Is Your Home WiFi Ready for the Next Wave of Tech?
28 November 2025
Is Your Home WiFi Ready for the Next Wave of Tech?

This guide will show you why a powerful network is the foundation for the ultimate tech experience, whether at home, in the middle of a gaming marathon, or on the go.

Is It Time for a New Router? Your Guide to Safer, Faster Home Connectivity
08 July 2025
Is It Time for a New Router? Your Guide to Safer, Faster Home Connectivity

Before your old router leaves you stuck with frustrating speeds or vulnerable to insecure connections, let’s take a closer look at when and how to upgrade your router

10 Gig Routers & Multi-Gig Routers: Level Up Your Home Network
19 May 2025
10 Gig Routers & Multi-Gig Routers: Level Up Your Home Network

Now is the right time to invest in a future-proofed 10 Gig Router or Multi-Gig Mesh System. Unlock exciting new home networking technology.

What Is the Best Location for My WiFi Router? Maximize Coverage and Performance
08 May 2025
What Is the Best Location for My WiFi Router? Maximize Coverage and Performance

Discover the best location for your WiFi router. Boost signal strength, cut dead zones, and get top speeds with expert placement tips.

The Smart Home Is the New Frontline: What 2025 Threats Mean for You and How NETGEAR can Help
28 October 2025
The Smart Home Is the New Frontline: What 2025 Threats Mean for You and How NETGEAR can Help

Explore how IoT threats are evolving—and how NETGEAR’s built in router features and Armor can help keep your smart home, data, and devices safer.

Performance You Can Count On. Security Features You Can Trust
27 October 2025
Performance You Can Count On. Security Features You Can Trust

Founded and based in the USA since 1996, NETGEAR’s commitment to safeguarding your home network and your security and privacy drives our products, our software, and the way we do business.

NETGEAR Completes Exium Acquisition: Taking a Step Closer to Integrated Networking and Security for SMEs
17 June 2025
NETGEAR Completes Exium Acquisition: Taking a Step Closer to Integrated Networking and Security for SMEs

We’re proud to announce the successful completion of our acquisition of Exium, a cybersecurity company.