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Wi-Fi & Networking: UK Guides & Fixes

Routers, mesh systems, Wi-Fi 6 and 7, powerline and the real-world fixes for thick UK walls and dead spots - written by a repair shop that solves these every week. Updated automatically.

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The Broadband Call-Out That Turned Out To Have Nothing To Do With Broadband

Guides & advice

Your Wi-Fi Keeps Dropping — But Is It Actually Your Laptop's Fault?

How to Set Up a Second Router as an Access Point

How to Choose a UPS to Protect Your PC and Router From Power Cuts

What's the Difference Between Wi-Fi Extenders, Mesh and Powerline?

Is Wi-Fi 7 Worth Upgrading To Yet?

Why Is My Wi-Fi So Slow in One Room? A UK Fix-It Guide

Best Wi-Fi 7 routers and mesh systems for UK homes

This hub updates automatically whenever a relevant new article publishes. Last rebuilt: 15 August 2026.