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Time for a new router?

SevernEcho
Newbie
Posts: 1
Registered: ‎20-01-2014

Time for a new router?

I've just re-negotiated my package with PlusNet. They've offered me a new router for a delivery charge.
My existing router is a Thompson which was provided when I joined in 2010.
I have no problems with this router but would a new one be faster, have better wireless range and be more energy efficient? (It gets very warm) Or, should I just stick with my existing router?
Thanks
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Oldjim
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Registered: ‎15-06-2007

Re: Time for a new router?

faster - no
better wireless range - possibly worse
more energy efficient - I have no idea
w23
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Registered: ‎08-01-2008

Re: Time for a new router?

Supposedly faster wi-fi but, as Jim says some people find the range poor.
For the price of delivery it might be worth paying just to have a spare in case you ever need one.
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