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Definition: router firmware


The control program in a router that is stored in a non-volatile memory chip. Periodically, an updated version is available for download from the router vendor, and the firmware can be upgraded. In addition, open-source router software can replace the original firmware in order to add features not available from the vendor's program. See IOS, DD-WRT, OpenWrt, HyperWRT and firmware update.