We just bought a 25'x45' bungalow with full finished basement and a detached garage (about 40 ft from the house). I'm looking for recommendations for networking equipment that's moderately future-proof (minimum 10 years). Normally I'd be able (and even excited) to research and plan all this myself but a recent cognitive disability makes such a mental investment impractical, if not impossible.
My considerations:
• future ISP may be up to 2.5Gbps fibre
• want 1 Gbps networking (but would welcome faster speeds, if price differential is small)
• connected devices will include: 4k TV, FHD TV, laptop, gaming desktop, 2 cell phones, and future home automation & security equipment, plus may include any devices guests bring
• ready for future home automation devices (smart switches, door locks, possible cameras, security, maybe a couple appliances, etc) through either home assistant, matter, or other common frameworks
• future plans to use Internet in the garage (maybe a kiosk or standalone computer) to watch YouTube and/or to remotely operate 1-3 future CNC devices, plus smart door lock, lights, and garage doors
I plan to eventually run hardwiring for 1Gbps+ within the home, but that likely won't happen for 2-5 years.
For the time being, I'll be using an ISP that doesn't provide a router, so I need to buy a router first.
So, I'm looking particularly for recommendations for Router (preferably wireless) and WLAN extension devices (either APs or mesh). I would also welcome suggestions relating to home automation integration.
Budget for router & APs: $200 CDN ($150 USD), but would consider up to 50% more if it's truly a buy once cry once scenario.
Bonus points if the hardware is available on Amazon.ca
TIA for your suggestions.