AC1000 DUAL-BAND WIFI 5 ROUTER

Getting online can sometimes be complicated, but this nononsense router from Linksys changes all that. Ideal for a small office, apartment or single-storey house, the AC1000 Dual-Band WiFi 5 router is a mid-range device with a slim design that’s simple to operate.

The set-up process is super-straightforward. In only our first attempt, we managed to get it up and running in less than five minutes. While it comes with an easy-to-follow instruction sheet – a useful inclusion if you’re not at all tech savvy – you can use almost any smart device to take you through the browser-based installation process… Plug it in, launch the browser site, choose a password, and you’re good to start surfing the web.

Tucked away on the back are four Ethernet ports for fast wired connections and quick file transfers. The AC1000 has WPA2 encryption and an SLI firewall, which provides added online protection. The guest access system lets you give WiFi access to visitors using a different password to your regular one. The router has parental controls, too, allowing you to restrict access to content, control usage, and oversee which devices are able to access the web.

The Linksys AC1000 is a solid option if you’re looking for an affordable router that offers good range, speed and security. RRP R1 199 builders.co.za