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Troubleshooting

What Is a Dual Band Router? 2.4 GHz vs 5 GHz Explained

Almost every router sold today is dual band, but the spec sheet never explains what that means. Here is what the two bands do, how to tell which one your devices are using, and when tri-band or mesh is worth the step...

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Troubleshooting

Best WiFi Channel for 2.4GHz & 5GHz (Pick This One)

Quick answer: 2.4 GHz → use 1, 6, or 11 at 20 MHz. 5 GHz → start on 36–48 or 149–161 at 80 MHz (drop to 40 MHz if crowded). DFS (52–144) is usually cleaner but can briefly disconnect if radar is...

4 min read

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