OpenWRT: turning an old router into a powerhouse

2025-11-01

Imagine: an old router for 2000 ₽ blocks ads, shares a VPN, works as a Mesh system and doesn’t slow down even with 50 devices.
This is not magic — this is OpenWRT.

🏠 Who needs OpenWRT

OpenWRT turns an ordinary router into a mini-server. If you have at least one item from the list — it’s definitely time to try it:

• Want AdBlock for the whole house
• Need a VPN without a subscription
• Have an old router lying around
• Like to tinker with settings

90% of users install OpenWRT — and forget about the router forever.

084 | Keenetic: A Modern Router with Modular Architecture

2025-08-16

Keenetic: A Router Whose Main Asset Is Its Operating System

A Quick Look at Keenetic

In the world of home routers, where most devices come with proprietary, bloated firmware, Keenetic stands out with its unique approach. Instead of competing solely on hardware, the company focuses on its own operating system — KeeneticOS. This makes their devices not just routers, but flexible, stable, and expandable network platforms.

KeeneticOS: Modular and Reliable Core

Under the hood, Keenetic runs a Linux-based system topped with a unique modular operating system. This approach offers two key advantages that tech-savvy users will appreciate: