A growing number of people are opting to buy their own internet routers instead of using ones provided by their internet service provider (ISP), as there are a number of drawbacks to ISP-issued routers, according to an article hosted on technology website MakeUseOf.
For example, ISPs tend to opt for cost-efficient routers that prioritise minimal technical requirements, which often results in hardware that is quickly outdated.
Additionally, ISPs tend to retain remote access to these routers, meaning they can make changes without users’ consent, thus creating a potential security risk.
The article also criticised ISP routers for their lack of customisation, inadequate customer support, and slow delivery of security updates, urging consumers to consider buying their own routers as a better alternative.
