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GingerStephi
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May 25, 2021
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"Smart" Router Idea

I just wanted share a product idea/ suggestion that Netgear developers may consider looking into that would make life easier for us average Joes when searching for solutions in our homes. It would be nice if there were some sort of wifi router with basic server capabilities, where we could have a master password and assign unique passwords or PIN codes for each user to connect with, and be able to have parental controls for each user. Here's what I wish was offered in features; for my Brady Bunch type family it would be nice to have each child assigned a unique log in PIN so say Little Johnny gets grounded I could temporarily disable his wifi access with his
PIN without having to unplug the router for everyone. Or being able to set bedtime controls where certain users are disabled at night, etc. Or with the popularity of smart devices we may feel better if, say, our security cameras have a different login than the one we use to log in to personal accounts with. I'm sure you can see where I'm going with this idea. I know there are complicated workarounds but a dedicated device for our in home "networking for dummies" setups would sure be great!
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