Jason Fitzpatrick / How-To Geek Power-cycling your router and modem to fix connection issues is a hassle. But with an inexpensive smart plug, it doesn’t have to be. Why Do I Want to Restart My Router? Any time you call your ISP to complain about a problem with your connection, they will inevitably tell you to unplug your router and modem for thirty seconds and plug them back in. As annoying as it is to get the same advice every time you call, they ask you to unplug your router because doing so fully discharges the capacitors, clears out the memory cache, and usually solves the problem. If your router is right next to your desk, and it’s easy-peasy just to lean over and wiggle the power cord out of the back, you might not find the argument we’re making particularly compelling. But if your router is located in some far-flung area of your home, perched on a high shelf, or otherwise a hassle to access, then automating the power cycle action with a smart plug is a really useful hack. Rather than fuss with the plug, you can simply tap in an app on your smartphone to cut the power to the router. And even if your router isn’t too difficult to get access, perhaps you’ve noticed that there is a pattern to issues with your router. If you find yourself manually rebooting the router via power cycling semi-regularly, why not automate it? With a smart plug, it’s absolutely… Click below to read the full story from How To Geek
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