DOCSIS 3.1 modems pay for themselves in 12–18 months vs ISP rental fees.
Buffalo-area ISPs like Spectrum charge $10–$15/month for modem rentals. Buying your own DOCSIS 3.1 modem pays for itself in 12–18 months and often performs better. Top picks: ARRIS SURFboard SB8200, Motorola MB8611, and Netgear CM1000. Always verify your modem is on your ISP's approved list before purchasing.
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Always check Spectrum's approved modem list at spectrum.net before purchasing a modem.
Yes — $10–$15/month rental savings means your modem pays for itself in 12–18 months.
A modem connects your home to the internet via your ISP. A router distributes that connection to devices via WiFi or ethernet.
Yes if you have a gigabit internet plan. DOCSIS 3.0 is sufficient for plans under 400Mbps.
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