But then why should I prefer Netgear over some Chinese no-name device that costs a fraction and does exactly the same while also never getting updates? Where does that extra money go to? But like op said, nowadays I just check OpenWRT compatibility when it comes to buying a home router, a well supported device usually receives updates for a good decade.
(Anecdotally I've had three Netgear devices in my life and all of them caused severe problems. Enough for me to have them on my personal blacklist for life.)
(Anecdotally I've had three Netgear devices in my life and all of them caused severe problems. Enough for me to have them on my personal blacklist for life.)