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DD-WRT is a Linux-based firmware project developed to upgrade and enhance wireless Internet routers. This open-source firmware was developed for specific router models and is used as a replacement for the factory default firmware. This modification lifts restrictions built-in to the default firmware, providing advanced capabilities to make your Internet and Home Network more controllable and versatile.

Manufacturers develop routers for non-technical users in mind, making them simple and easy to use, while limiting their effectiveness as a web-access gateway. DD-WRT transforms a personal-class router with limited functionality into a powerful, multi-use, business-class router. With DD-WRT, a router's enterprise potential can be unlocked at a home user's price.

Benefits range from being able to create Wi-Fi hotspots in your home and increasing your antenna signal transmission strength, to encrypting your entire network by tunneling all traffic through a VPN connection in your router. You can find a more full list of DD-WRT benefits further down the page.

Below you will find answers to some of the general questions you may have regarding DD-WRT firmware. If you have any other questions about this amazing open source project, then you can either send us a support ticket or check out www.dd-wrt.com | Unleash Your Router - the official home page of DD-WRT.

What are the detailed benefits of DD-WRT?

DD-WRT firmware lifts restrictions on a router by providing advanced capabilities that can improve your Internet experience. Here's a list of a few specific DD-WRT benefits:

Stability of running a linux-based, non-proprietary firmware.
VPN (Virtual Private Network) passthrough capabilities.
Advanced QoS (Quality of Service) controls for bandwidth allocation to your various Network connections.
Adjustable antenna power to increase your wireless spectrum.
WDS wireless bridging /repeating protocol AKA the "Repeater Bridge" mode, which allows you to easily expand your network using a second wireless router.
Cycle your router from the Administration settings.
Built-in DNS (Domain Name System) caching - speeds up your connection to an array of sites.
Viewable performance graphs and statistics to watch your network performance and measure your bandwidth levels.
Configure the router as a Wi-Fi hotspot for your business or neighbors with a verification page using the integrated Chillispot.
Radius Authentication for additional wireless security.
VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) Support.
A functional DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server.
Create unique SSIDs (service set identifiers) when using multiple routers.
NAT (Network Address Translation) support.
Frame Bursting Capabilities.
Software support for the SD-Card hardware modification.