Brian Nadel
Brian Nadel is a freelance writer and editor who specializes in technology reporting and reviewing. He works out of the suburban New York City area and has covered topics from nuclear power plants and Wi-Fi routers to cars and tablets. The former editor-in-chief of Mobile Computing and Communications, Nadel is the recipient of the TransPacific Writing Award.
Latest articles by Brian Nadel

I use this trick to hide my Wi-Fi network from everyone — here’s how to do it
By Brian Nadel published
Creating a hidden Wi-Fi network can make it harder for hackers and others to try and break into your router.

I used this $100 accessory to turbo charge my aging laptop's Wi-Fi
By Brian Nadel published
The HP Elite Dragonfly has served me well for years but with this USB Wi-Fi 6E adapter installed, I won’t need to upgrade anytime soon.

9 things to know before replacing a TV with a projector
By Brian Nadel published
Before making the switch from a TV to a projector, here are 9 things you need to know.

PrivacyGuard review
By Brian Nadel published
PrivacyGuard provides the tools and insurance you need to recover from identity theft but its merged credit reports fall short of the competition.

I just tested the world’s first Wi-Fi 7 router — and the results are very impressive
By Brian Nadel published
The TP-Link Deco BE85 is the first Wi-Fi 7 router available, and our router reviewer walked away quite impressed after testing it out for himself.

I test wireless routers for a living — 9 things to look for before you buy
By Brian Nadel published
I’ve spent the last 25 years reviewing Wi-Fi routers and these are the features I look for when adding a new router to my home network.

I review ID protection services and these 10 things help me secure my identity online
By Brian Nadel published
Taking a few proactive steps can significantly reduce your chances of falling victim to identity theft and these are the ones that work for me.

What is Wi-Fi 7: Everything you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The next generation of wireless local networking, Wi-Fi 7, promises to be so fast and that you may not need Ethernet cables anymore.

What is Wi-Fi 6E: Routers, devices and how it’s better than Wi-Fi 6
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Wi-Fi 6e adds support for 6GHz wireless spectrum, supercharging home networks and pushing data to the limit.

Wi-Fi 6 vs Wi-Fi 6e: What's the difference?
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Wi-Fi 6e routers are now readily available, but how much better are they in real-world testing compared to cheaper Wi-Fi 6 systems and which devices do they work with?

Eero Pro 6 review
By Brian Nadel last updated
The Eero Pro 6 updates Amazon's mesh router with Wi-Fi 6 speeds, efficient performance and quick, convenient setup that gets you online in minutes.

Lookout Mobile Security review
By Brian Nadel published
Lookout Mobile Security is expensive, but this Android antivirus also includes excellent identity protection.

Justin Case All Weather Ultimate Safety Kit review
By Brian Nadel published
The Justin Case All Weather Ultimate Safety Kit lacks some essentials, but it still manages to be one of the best bags in the emergency kit business.

Kaspersky Security Cloud Free review
By Brian Nadel published
Kaspersky Security Cloud Free combines excellent malware protection, plenty of extra features and a very light system-performance impact.

Kaspersky antivirus review
By Brian Nadel published
Kaspersky's Windows antivirus lineup offers close to complete coverage without slowing down your computer much, although the least expensive program doesn't offer many extra features.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8: 10 tips to make the most of your new tablet
By Brian Nadel published
Whether you just bought a Samsung Galaxy Tab S8, S8 Plus or S8 Ultra, make the most of your new tablet with these quick tips.

Trendnet TPL-423E2K powerline extender review
By Brian Nadel published
The Trendnet TPL-423E2K powerline extender offers good-enough performance for a low price, with features that make it a better buy than you might expect.

Zyxel PLA5456 powerline extender review
By Brian Nadel published
The Zyxel PLA5456 powerline extender offers convenience and easy setup, but does it have the performance that you need?

Netgear Orbi RBK752 review
By Brian Nadel published
The Netgear Orbi RBK752 offers a cheaper way to get an Orbi mesh system with Wi-Fi 6, but the savings come with diminished performance and shorter range, making it ideal for mid-sized homes.

Netgear Nighthawk XR1000 router review
By Brian Nadel published
With Wi-Fi 6 speeds and a slew of top-shelf features, the Netgear Nighthawk XR1000 is one of the best gaming routers we've ever seen

Linksys MR7350 router review
By Brian Nadel published
The Linksys MR7350 is a basic Wi-Fi 6 router built for the AX era, giving you solid performance for less than you'd spend on most Wi-Fi 5 routers.

Rock Space AC1200 WiFi Extender review
By Brian Nadel published
The Rock Space AC1200 WiFi Extender is a bargain for basic Wi-Fi that's simple to use.

Netgear AX1800 Mesh Extender (EAX20) review
By Brian Nadel published
The Netgear AX1800 Mesh Extender (EAX20) is the fastest Wi-Fi extender, with the latest Wi-Fi 6 support.
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