Tutorials & Router FAQs
Learn from our decades of networking and tech expertise on the basics of wireless routers, upcoming WiFi and security trends plus much more.
Which DD-WRT Wi-Fi Security Protocol Is the Safest?
WPA, WEP, WPA2, what do they all mean? Discover which Wi-Fi security protocol is best for your home network.
How To Turn Off WiFi on a DD-WRT Router With the Press of a Button (FlashRouters FAQ)
Turning off your WiFi when using a router flashed with DD-WRT is easier than you think. Find out all you need to know here.
How to Use Port Forwarding with VPN Routers? (UPDATED)
Discover the simple steps to using Port Fowarding to your advantage when using a DD-WRT router and make your network work again.
Using a Wireless Repeater as a Dedicated VPN Connection in a Wireless Network
Learn how to easily set up a router for use as a dedicated VPN Wireless Repeater to enhance your current network!
How To Use MediaStreamer On ExpressVPN’s Router App (VPN FAQ)
Looking to stream video content from anywhere without needlessly encrypting all of that video data? Try out ExpressVPN’s MediaStreamer!
How To Set Up A VPN On Windows 11
It’s easier than ever to set up a VPN on all of your Windows 11 Devices at once by setting it up at the router level!
DD-WRT and Tomato: Which Is the Best Router Firmware?
FlashRouters explores the differences between DD-WRT and Tomato in order to determine which is the best router firmware.
How to Set Up a DD-WRT Guest Network (FlashRouters FAQ)
Want to maintain some privacy within your wireless network even when you have company? Learn how to set up a guest network in your DD-WRT router.
How Do I Keep Just Some Devices On My VPN?
Only want some devices on your VPN, and others to connect directly to your ISP? Discover how to implement policy-based routing by device!
The Difference Between Wireless-N, Wireless-AC, Wireless-AD, Wi-Fi 6, and Wi-Fi 6E
What’s the big difference between Wi-Fi 6E, Wireless-AX (Wi-Fi 6), and all of the other wireless standards when it comes to Wi-Fi Routers?
Looking Local When You Are Working Remotely Abroad
Everyone is taking the plunge and living anywhere they want to! You can too and still look local while working abroad!
What is a Dedicated IP For VPN?
Sick of captchas or getting blacklisted when using a VPN? Grab a dedicated IP and fly under the radar solo!
Understanding Router Chipsets (Router FAQ)
What are router chipsets? What do they do? Which chipset do I want on my wireless router—Broadcom, Qualcomm, Marvell, or something else completely?
How To Use A VPN Service With Apple Airport Extreme Or Time Capsule
Learn how to use a VPN service along with your WiFi base station like Apple Airport Extreme or Time Capsule.
WireGuard Now Available on FlashRouters!
Looking to get the most out of your VPN connection? Try the lightning fast new WireGuard protocol, now available!