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Why use Software when you can use Hardware

JGrana

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Saw this nifty piece of hardware on Amazon. $10 for 2.


I especially like how they state:
“can release the router memory in time to improve the efficiency of network bandwidth use”

Would make a fine stocking stuffer ;-)
 
 
I have not rebooted my router or modem in the city for over 6 months , am I missing something ? have not noticed any problems . the only time I reboot is when I upgrade the FW
 
Um this is what CRON jobs are for... Why would you pay for an external device when you can make a proper CRON job to do it for free? Most routers already have built in power scheduling too. CRON is for those that don't like the scheduling function or have them by default. Every router I have ever used has CRON, it is a core software component.

Some routers CAN destabilize over time. Data fragments or messy coding can build up information in various places and cause the router to slow in function or even crash. Rebooting a router is a good way to circumvent that and keep your router at peak performance. I'll say MOST enterprise grade routers are made to be very stable over long periods, but all devices perform better when regularly rebooted. I mean it's the first troubleshooting step in EVERYTHING. Rebooting also clears all active connections and firewall rules if they are not hard set so it's also a form of obscurity security but the weakest form.
 
Um this is what CRON jobs are for...

In most cases the Modem may need reboot though, not the Router. It happened few times with one of my ISPs after system maintenance the modem locks up and needs reboot. I reboot my equipment behind it only on updates with reboot required.
 
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