Router types can be confusing, so we explain the difference between them to allow you to make an educated choice.
AJ Dellinger
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AJ Dellinger is a writer and editor based in Madison, WI. He has spent the last 10 years writing about the internet, gadgets, technology and a variety of other topics. His work has appeared in Wired, Gizmodo, CNET, Mashable, Allconnect and more.
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