cutting the cord

[rjr44]

I went the same route (no pun intended). At the time I made this choice there were very limited options on the routers provided by the ISP.

Their devices have gotten much better (well at least FIOS), I have plenty of control on my network, I'm sure there might be some things missing that would be nice to have but since I haven't noticed them they're not deal breakers.

 

[Patrick]

we have purchased our own, the additional capabilities (built in usb for network shares, static IP, routing control ect) are worth it for me, plus then i have full control over my local network.

the router side of the Xfinity modem is very well equipped.
reverse DNS for incoming (assuming you have a domain),
lots of rules to allow/deny,
assigned and dynamic IP, partitioning, multiple SSID for wifi.
So I think I'm good with it.

I'm running my eero mesh in bridge mode -
the UPS is on the cable modem/router and first eero - so two different networks stay alive between PF and the generator coming on-line.

it was really setup for my spouse to WFH and not fail. although she had to tether from the phone a couple times.

not so important anymore, but the h/w is in place.

I can't believe i'm forking over $250/mo to Comcast.....

 

[GSTim]

I can't believe i'm forking over $250/mo to Comcast.....

Same here. I think we are ones getting forked over.

 

[SAM]

Apple TV 4k has an Xfinity Stream app - so you don't need to rent a STB from them.
Saves a little.

How does everyone feel about renting the cable modem, vs supplying their own?

Comcast with my own modem and router for years now. It must be more than 20. I upgraded the router about 3 times and the modem once. Still cheaper than paying rental to Comcast. Currently have a Asus RT-AX86U, a fantastic router with lots of advanced features, and run Asus Merlin for additional capabilities (e.g., ad blocking).