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T-mobile gateway with seperate router
I'm just starting out on T-Mobile home internet but didn't want to stop using my Asus Router which is set up nicely already to handle everything in this household (both wifi and ethernet). Here's wha...
AlphaSentient wrote:I'm considering using an ASUS router with the T-Mobile Gateway for security purposes. Would a router provide an additional layer of security to a network than just a stand-alone gateway?
Yes, most high end ASUS routers have additional security features built-in that go far beyond what the typical ISP provided gateway's provide. They also offer greater configuration flexibility as well as better monitoring of your home network including data usage by device and other items frequently missing from the ISP gateways. Often this may also include more robust parental controls or more flexible guest network controls. There are any number of valid reasons for opting for a separate router.
It’s not simply about expanding coverage beyond what the TMO gateway provides but adding sometimes crucial features that are missing.
