Do you need a Wi-Fi extender?

[Windows Central]

Router in the basement and no signal on the second floor? You might need an extender.
If you have a weak Wi-Fi signal in your home, but you know you have a decent router, then you may benefit from a Wi-Fi extender (sometimes called a "booster" or a "repeater"). There are, however, quite a few things to consider before buying one and potentially wasting your money.

• How does a Wi-Fi extender work?
• What to consider before you buy a Wi-Fi extender

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