That's where your home's modem comes ... sense of each router's true capabilities. If you're considering buying your modem, ensure that your provider allows you to do that (AT&T, for instance ...

The best modem-router combos streamline your internet connection into one package and provide a stable, speedy connection. From Arris to Netgear, here are our top picks.

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