Wi-Fi extenders are marketed as a way to expand your Wi-Fi coverage, so it’s no wonder people think of them as a dead-zone fix. They’re inexpensive to buy, and once you plug one in, you’ll usually see an instant improvement in your signal strength. I totally get the appeal.
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