Turn a spare router into a Wi-Fi repeater or access point to boost weak internet areas in your home Reviewed by Lisa Mildon You can use an old router to make your Wi-Fi reach more places in your home.

While wireless routers are becoming stronger and offering better area coverage, not everyone wants to purchase a new one just to cover that small area of their house or office that has a weak signal.

What's the difference between access point (AP) mode and router mode? Best answer: The difference between router mode and access point (AP) mode is that router mode handles your home network's ...