Do you use OpenWRT on your router? Should I flash my router and replace manufacturer fw with OpenWRT? The considered router latest fw update by manufacturer is 5 years ago. The router spec is good enough for latest OpenWRT (8MB Flash, 64 MB RAM) and is listed. Should I go for OpenWRT? Why? Or, why not? #opensource #foss #openwrt #router
@hehemrin I have installed different versions of OpenWrt on several routers and I recommend it. First of all, the advantage is the community and huge configuration possibilities. What device do you have?
Take a look here: https://dl.eko.one.pl/stat.html (stats about OpenWrt and devices reported by users).
@olekstomek Thanks! I have an Archer MR200, it's visible, barely, in the statistics.
@hehemrin that's fine! Is it your this one on the list TP-Link Archer MR200?
@olekstomek Nope, I haven't flashed yet!
@hehemrin Okay, for this device you can install the newest version of OpenWrt (stable 23.03.5 today). There is also rc1 and rc2 version, and snapshot versions from every day. Have fun! :)
@olekstomek I haven't checked how often it is updated with stable releases; if there are major releases and then "point releases", like a desktop Linux. Incl minor and major new versions of kernel. What is typically expected?
