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Hello

Well recently, I've been losing internet connection a LOT. My ISP has done some work on the internet recently, but that was a couple of days ago and I doubt they are working on it at 2 AM. Also, when I turn my laptop on it refuses to connect to the network because it says my network key is wrong but I know it's right. My router is a couple of years old, so I think it may be the main cause of these problems but I'm not sure.

Also, do routers have an effect on Xbox 360 connection? I mean I know D-Link has a line of routers that are really expensive that have gamer fuel but isn't that for PC gaming?
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If you want a new router, get this one. The DD-WRT firmware can make it even more powerful and add more features if you need them, like ones that prioritize gaming bandwidth. Long story short, this is a $300+ router for under $80.

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Not sure if it's your router or your ISP, though.
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I'm pretty much convinced that it is my router at this point.

That router you linked looks pretty good. But for future reference, would any router with DD-WRT firmware be a good choice?
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Snunch wrote I'm pretty much convinced that it is my router at this point.

That router you linked looks pretty good. But for future reference, would any router with DD-WRT firmware be a good choice?

Not ANY router. I chose this one because it's got all the latest features and is priced very well. Many DD-WRT community members and developers use it.
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Here is the router I have it is literally amazing. My connection speed has tripled and I now load site in the fraction of a second. This router was recommended to me by a friend.... Best investment ever

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Reminiscing wrote Here is the router I have it is literally amazing. My connection speed has tripled and I now load site in the fraction of a second. This router was recommended to me by a friend.... Best investment ever

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169.99 0.o.

@r00t_b33r: mmK thanks for the help!
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