Access Points vs. Mesh: How to get the best Wi-Fi coverage

[Windows Central]

Does your old router still work well enough or is it time for something new?
Mesh networking is gaining in popularity. Buying a kit with a few nodes can spread out fast Wi-Fi across a relatively large area, plus they are easy to set up and maintain, most requiring nothing more than a few minutes choosing preferences in an app. Most of these mesh kits come with a hefty price tag, and your standard router coupled with an extra access point or extender might still be enough to improve your existing network. So, should you switch over to a mesh networking system, or can you live with the router you have, albeit with a few extra access points?

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