Should you switch to a Wi-Fi 7 mesh router? My home testing reveals what got better (and what didn't)

2026-06-02T08:52:11Zf1e7857f480ef64002cab56c4db1f49cb402372bc42c37672f8a5870d713fbb8
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What happened

ZDNet feed of consumer-tech coverage including a review of the Tenda BE5100 Wi‑Fi 7 mesh system, DIY Raspberry Pi cyberdeck build, reviews of PCs/TVs/accessories, and how-to/security explainers. Security-relevant items: Chrome rolled out a Windows feature to prevent cookie theft and replay, guidance on installing a VPN on smart TVs to protect network/device traffic, a comparison of wireless vs wired security cameras (IoT security considerations), and a router reboot-timer hardware workaround. No vulnerabilities or CVE identifiers reported in these items — mostly product reviews, tips, and new/

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2026-06-02T08:52:11Z
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