Divide the bandwidth among two routers.
Divide the bandwidth among two routers.
You're exploring a setup where multiple routers work together to share gigabit internet. Your idea involves using several routers to distribute bandwidth fairly, with each router handling different devices at varying speeds. Deciding which router should act as the central controller is key for performance and stability. Consider testing how traffic distribution affects speed and reliability before finalizing your plan.
Review the details in your ISP agreement. Providing internet to nearby households might breach the usage rules, leading to service termination.
Thank you for the guidance. I'll make sure to review everything carefully.
You need two routers for separate subnets that won’t communicate, allowing you to control their speeds and apply QoS. With gigabit connections, bandwidth isn’t a major concern, so you won’t have to worry about overloading the network. It’s also easy to download games and stream videos simultaneously.
And if they discover I have evidence that ISPs are monitoring me
I’d be much more worried about needing to handle tech support for this potential disaster. Ten homes? Imagine if you think everything will run perfectly—never breaking down and never needing someone to call you at 3 a.m. Think again. Eventually, someone you’re selling services to will push you away when they realize what they expect isn’t working. They’ve seen this before with others who tried it. It’s tempting because of the entrepreneur spirit, but it’s only entertaining until it stops. Then you’d have to cancel all their subscriptions, which isn’t ideal. Plus, you’d end up paying for the setup and maintenance yourself.
I chose 10 for simplicity since calculations are straightforward with it. I’ll likely limit the sharing to just a few people.