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    Entware Pi-hole directly on the router? Yes!

    There is an argument that you may want to offload anything possible from the router as that is the critical piece to any environment and you want it to be as stable and reliable as possible. :) Just because you *can* run things on your router, doesn't mean you have to. It may also depend on your...
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    network issue

    Wired or wireless? Managed or unmanaged switch? Start with the basics, see if the (assuming wired) port shows the correct speed. Try swapping out the cables. If wired, is there a patch panel or wall plate that could also be affecting the quality? Run a diagnostic tool or long speed test...
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    Ethernet or WiFi?

    It also depends on the source material and the transcoding, data size, quality etc. I have one wired. Works fine no stability issues or buffering. I have one wireless. Works fine no stability issues or buffering.
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    Asus RT-AX68U "hangs" about once per day

    The first suggestion is always to try with a baseline. Remove any devices (USB sticks etc), reset the router to factory defaults and try a minimal configuration (only the *ABSOLUTE* basic settings necessary). See if it provides stability. I'd even recommend dropping the mesh as a test. Start...
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    Raspberry Pi 5 16GB Starter Kit (UK) £83.78

    Just buy it in Canada.... https://www.pishop.ca/
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    VPN settings does not "stick

    Clear your cache and/or try a different browser and/or try a different PC?
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    Forum ads

    Just an opinion..... If there are too many ads, then everyone will run an ad blocker, then there will be no revenue? Wouldn't it be the same or better to have minimal ads (maybe for logged in users) and suggest/request that they don't run ad blockers (or allow the site to display ads through...
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    Laptop in car

    The big lettering on the side of the car and the flashing lights on the top might give it away too :) Depending on your phone and phone plan, that should in theory work and be a good option. I regularly use the hotspot on my phone to connect my laptop or TV at the office to the internet. You...
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    Guide to understanding Asus System router logs

    I would guess that most people wait until something goes wrong or doesn't work, then go hunting in the log for anything that looks related or important. I'm sure there are some that look at it more closely too, but I doubt the average user bothers util required. Most of it (at least the default...
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    Recommendation on NAS for home use?

    What is it that your current NAS is not doing that you need it to? Sounds like your needs are pretty basic. I run 15+ year old (D-Link DNS323) NAS that haven't seen an update in over a decade and they still perform the job I wanted them to when I got them. I also have somewhat newer units to...
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    Release Asuswrt-Merlin 3004.388.9 is now available

    A minor UI glitch. Who, other than you, would notice or care? I wouldn't have seen it other than I tried a long name just to verify as I had read about it.
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    Release Asuswrt-Merlin 3004.388.9 is now available

    It is ALWAYS a really good idea to reboot, and remove any USB devices plugged into the router. This fixes many of the issues when an update is unsuccessful, or a good practice to ensure it goes well the first time through.
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    Video Doorbell can't connect to internet

    Sounds like the next step before wasting time on anything else.
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    Router replacement frequency? And a recommendation request

    My solution to extending the life of my router, is to sit behind the one my ISP provides. I run double nat so my infrastructure doesn't change at all if my ISP upgrades, or I change ISPs. I only upgrade my router when it is appropriate for security or hardware necessity.
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    Which NAS-software for a low end device? It must use all disks for the OS/settings, support encryption etc.

    Your data, your security, your performance, your choice :) Try what you think will work for you. If it doesn't meet your expectations, looks for something better.
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