The Archer AX80 from TP-LINK is a router, a device to which other devices (e.g., computer, mobile phone, TV) connect either wirelessly or via cable, and which distributes internet access to them. For internet access, it needs to be connected to a modem. It is of the Wi-Fi 6 generation, the latest Wi-Fi standard that offers speeds up to 40% higher than Wi-Fi 5. It coordinates communication with connected devices to consume less battery and performs better in environments with many Wi-Fi devices. Ideal for homes with many smart devices. It broadcasts signals on two frequencies, 2.4 & 5GHz. It offers higher speeds compared to single-band and connects more devices. The 2.4GHz frequency is the most widespread and has a long range. The 5GHz provides higher speed than the 2.4GHz but is more sensitive to obstacles (e.g., walls) that reduce its range. This difference and its more limited use help it have fewer interferences from other networks.

It supports WiFi mesh, which is a complete home WiFi system with multiple access points designed to eliminate dead zones and provide seamless WiFi at home, with higher speeds and more devices.
The device has VPN (Virtual Private Network) configuration capability so that traffic from all devices on our network passes through it. The VPN acts as an intermediary between us and the rest of the internet, allowing us to appear geographically located in another country, and the pages we visit see the VPN address as the visitor, not ours. This provides anonymity and access to geographically restricted content. VPN services are usually subscription-based.