Australian Stories

ACSC confirms backdoor attacks on Aussie firms through Cisco switches & routers

Hackers may be collecting configuration files from Cisco routers and switches used by a number of Australian organisations.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Aug 2017

Global Stories

Wireless Networks

Get reliable, uninterrupted WiFi access through your entire home

An AiMesh network can be built with a mixture of Ethernet and WiFi backhaul at any section of the network when desirable.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Mon, 21st May 2018

Gaming

Hands-on Review: This Wi-Fi router is both aesthetic and effective

The Blue Cave is a dual-band wireless router which claims to provide superior Wi-Fi coverage with a Smart Home friendly look.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Apr 2018

Netgear

Netgear launches their first gaming router

Netgear launched their new XR500 gaming router at a special event in Sydney. FutureFive was there to check it out.

By Darren Price • 2 min read • Sat, 17th Mar 2018

Gaming

Hands-on Review: Linksys WRT32X Gaming Router

Linksys' WRT32X Gaming Router boasts superior performance for discerning gamers. FutureFive's Darren Price takes a look.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Mon, 12th Mar 2018

Network Detection and Response

Full list of NETGEAR router vulnerabilities revealed - is your device on the list?

Many NETGEAR routers were subject to vulnerabilities that allowed attackers to take control of the devices through a password recovery feature.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Fri, 9th Feb 2018

Endpoint Protection

Bitdefender and NETGEAR partner to bring IoT security to customers

This joint offering will secure IoT devices at the WiFi router level, preventing attacks and protecting sensitive user data from cybercriminals.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Jan 2018

Network Infrastructure

IHS: Juniper recognised for router and switch leadership

Juniper Networks clinches the top spot in four out of five key categories in IHS Markit's router and switch vendor survey, edging out Cisco, Huawei and Nokia.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Jan 2018

Semiconductors

D-Link and McAfee team up on router with integrated endpoint protection

The D-Link AC2600 Wi-Fi router powered by McAfee and Intel's connected home technology automatically protects all devices connected to the network.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jan 2018

Gaming

Hands-on Review: D-Link DSL-5300 Cobra AC 5300 Wave 2 Wi-Fi Modem Router

The D-Link DSL-5300 Cobra AC 5300 marries eye-catching design with cutting-edge Wi-Fi capabilities, offering top-tier performance and future-proof versatility.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2017

Gaming

Hands-on Review: D-Link's DIR-882 EXO AC2600 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Router

As home networks are put under pressure from multiple wi-fi connected devices D-Link's DIR-882 EXO AC2600 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Router makes sure everyone in.

By Darren Price • 6 min read • Wed, 22nd Nov 2017

Network Infrastructure

Cisco dominates resurgent Indian networking market

Cisco has snapped up the WLAN market lead in India, adding to its dominant position in the Ethernet switch and router markets.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Oct 2017

Gaming

Lag? I've never heard of it, thanks to this router

Bid farewell to lag with the Asus ROG Rapture GT-AC5300 router, designed to offer gamers unparalleled speed, security, and seamless connectivity.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Sep 2017

Network Infrastructure

Application explosion prompts Ethernet switch growth

APAC is leading the charge in Ethernet switch and enterprise and service provider router growth. But which vendors are on the up and which are sliding.

By Heather Wright • 4 min read • Wed, 20th Sep 2017