Do You Need a Modem for Fiber Internet? No — Here's What Replaces It
Fiber doesn't use a modem — an ONT replaces it. What each fiber ISP requires, when you can use your own router, and what to do with your old cable ...
\nThere's never been WiFi like it. The Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Router with breakthrough Tri-Band WiFi technology was built to connect to each and every device in your home—automatically and simultaneously. Laptops, tablets, phones, TVs, game consoles, music streamers, cameras – if it’s WiFi enabled, it’s X6 accelerated. A powerful combination of features —wireless speed of up to 3.2Gbps, 3 WiFi bands, Smart Connect intelligence, and Dynamic QoS— guarantees every device is assigned the fastest WiFi connection possible and optimized for maximum speed. Using Amazon Alexa™, control your home network with voice commands. NEW: Circle with Disney - Smart Parental Controls. \n
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There's never been WiFi like it. The Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Router with breakthrough Tri-Band WiFi technology was built to connect to each and every device in your home—automatically and simultaneously. Laptops, tablets, phones, TVs, game consoles, music streamers, cameras – if it’s WiFi enabled, it’s X6 accelerated. A powerful combination of features —wireless speed of up to 3.2Gbps, 3 WiFi bands, Smart Connect intelligence, and Dynamic QoS— guarantees every device is assigned the fastest WiFi connection possible and optimized for maximum speed. NETGEAR Armor™ is included to provide best-in-class cybersecurity for all the internet-connected devices in your home. It is the first line of defense for your home network with an extra layer of security that protects your family from malware, stolen passwords, identity theft, and hacker attacks. Circle® smart parental controls on the router lets you easily manage content and time online on any connected device.
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