The Verge Explains the US Government’s Router Ban

[doughogg]

@Simon

My AP Extreme is still going strong and in typical AP fashion just runs without issues no reboots needed. But I know the day will come when it dies (or Wifi xy comes out that indeed does offer a tangible benefit). So I always keep an eye out.

I support two wifi networks that use AP Extremes. I also have an extra on my bookcase. Its nice to know that I am not alone.

[gorbag (Brad Miller)]

I don’t know about you, but the following statement from the FCC has me a bit concerned: “All routers authorized for use in the United States may continue to receive software and firmware updates that mitigate harm to US consumers at least until March 1, 2027.”

Note the use of “authorized for use in the United States” and the time limit could mean that unauthorized routers would be prevented from getting any updates, and even authorized routers would no longer get updates after March 2027…. making buying a router now a bit of a gamble.

[ron (Ron Risley)]

@gorbag

even authorized routers would no longer get updates after March 2027…. making buying a router now a bit of a gamble.

You could mitigate the risk somewhat by making sure that any router you buy is supported by OpenWrt.