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You might be perfectly content to pay a bit extra for the convenience ... so it makes sense to have your modem and router ready to go in case there are any issues. Use your internet service ...
Router manufacturers are always improving software to eke out a bit more speed. How easy—or how hard—it is to upgrade your firmware depends entirely on your device’s manufacturer and model.