I remember when a modem was pretty much all you needed to connect to the internet. Well, a modem and possibly some earplugs so that the static-y screech of it connecting didn’t drive you crazy.
Now, though, internet connectivity is a little more complex as you’re likely using your ‘net for more than hoping to hear the “You’ve Got Mail” sound bite or dialing into a BBS. (Yes, I just went way old school on you.)
Linksys WRT3200ACM Wi-Fi Router
Today we want our internet to do all the things. And to help us achieve that we need routers. One of the newest routers to hit the market is the Linksys WRT3200ACM Wi-Fi Router available at Best Buy. Here are a few reasons you’ll want to pick it up.
Because You Love Netflix
If you enjoy a Daredevil or House of Cards marathon on Netflix now and then – I know I do – you’re going to want a high quality router that can help keep up with your streaming demands. With the Linksys WRT3200ACM hubs can stream The Walking Dead in the bedroom while Bubbles & I stream Scooby Doo in the living room, and no one experiences any hiccups or pauses. MU-MIMO technology gives every compatible device its own dedicated full-speed Wi-Fi connection
Because There’s An App For That
I love household products that come equipped with apps, like our smart lights. The Linksys WRT3200ACM has an app that lets you monitor and control the router. It will even tell you how many devices are currently using the router and the number might surprise you.
Because You Want a Little Freedom
Freedom from cords and the freedom to roam outside of a 5-foot radius of your router. The range of the Linksys WRT3200ACM is pretty great. With other routers sometimes keeping connectivity to just to the other side of the house was a challenge. Now I’ve been as far away as a few houses down the street before my phone realizes it’s too far away to grab a signal.
Because of the Extras
The Linksys people thought of pretty much everything with this router. You can plug in a printer, enjoy 3G and 4G file sharing, play music and video and view photos with the built-in media server. Plus setup is basically plug-and-play, though if you do need a little assistance you can give their tech support a call and they’ll walk you right through setup.
With the holidays on the way, guests are likely coming to visit. Think of all the extra smartphones and tablets, the teens streaming YouTube non-stop, the extra football- and holiday specials-watching. You’re going to want a powerful router, like the Linksys WRT3200ACM, to keep everything running smooth. Plus you can set up guest access so you don’t have to share your normal wi-fi password info.
What are you watching on Netflix these days? My queue is getting a little thin!
About Liza
Liza is a mom (5-year-old daughter, 20-year-old stepson, and 24-year-old stepdaughter) and wife living in Louisville. She loves spending time with her family, visiting the local zoo and parks, as well as planning travel adventures. Cooking and baking, DIY projects and crafts, and coffee - lots and lots of coffee - round out some of her other hobbies.