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I just got an email from my ISP that my router is being discontinued. Google fiber is sending me a new wifi 6 router. Can any of you give me info on this? Should I be getting my own? If so, what should I look for in one?

I just got an email from my ISP that my router is being discontinued. Google fiber is sending me a new wifi 6 router. Can any of you give me info on this? Should I be getting my own? If so, what should I look for in one?

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[–] 2 pts

If you buy your own router you will save $$ on the monthly rental. OTOH, if your existing router is working and you have good service, disregard (((their))) warning about it being discontinued. I used a 5-year old router with an extra in reserve. Still have excellent connectivity out there in rural area.

[–] 2 pts

The equipment is free. That's what concerns me. When you're given free upgrades you are the product. I know little of modern tech.

[–] 3 pts

When you're given free upgrades you are the product.

In regards to all things internet related, you are always the product.

[–] 1 pt

I used a $40 D-link docsis 2 router for years after being told "it will stop working".