The popular router firmware now uses Alpine Linux's apk package manager, among many other changes.

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It's a good idea to periodically check for firmware updates for all of your hardware devices, especially in this era of the Internet of Things (IoT). We could go on a whole tangent about the state of ...

According to the FBI, there is a list of Wi-Fi routers that consumers need to consider replacing to avoid the potential for major security headaches.

Generally speaking, the biggest interaction users have with their router is an occasional turn-it-on-and-off-again when a slowdown occurs. This neglect, however, could be putting their data and even ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Davey Winder is a veteran cybersecurity writer, hacker and analyst. Netgear, one of the most popular of router vendors, has issued ...

When things are working fine, it's easy to assume that software updates are unnecessary. But almost every device around you ...

We stay on top of updates for our phones and laptops. Some of us even make sure our smartwatches and security cameras are running the latest firmware. But routers often get overlooked. If it's working ...

If a router's firmware is outdated, it may no longer receive critical updates, leaving the device vulnerable to hackers who ...