A roundup from BGR looks at five accessories that can make a home Wi-Fi setup more useful and dependable. Rather than replacing your router outright, the list focuses on add-ons that can help with common problems such as weak coverage, limited wired connections, and service interruptions during power issues.

One of the clearest upgrades is a Wi-Fi repeater, which can help push a signal farther into rooms where coverage drops off. For homes with several wired devices, an Ethernet switch is another practical option, since it adds extra Ethernet ports when a router does not have enough built in.

The article also points to the value of an uninterruptible power supply, or UPS. During brownouts or longer power disruptions, a UPS can keep networking equipment running for a period of time, helping reduce internet downtime and the frustration that comes with losing access unexpectedly.

Taken together, the featured accessories show that improving home Wi-Fi is not only about faster speeds. In many cases, better range, more device connectivity, and backup power can make a bigger difference in day-to-day internet use.