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>>>>UPDATE. The problem was with xFinity modem. I reset it and all works now.
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>>>rebooting is better most of the time. If you have not checked for firmware updates, after fresh reboot (best done disconnected) is a good time to enter the router software, reconnect router to the net and check for updates.
>>>There HAVE been some problems fixed recently in some router models.
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>>Now THAT opens a can of worms. Routers are computers (often Linux-based), and like any other computer, should be periodically updated. Many residential/consumer routers quickly go out of support; many are never updated throughout their service lives. That makes them juicy targets.
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>Have I been too poooolite ?

I'm sure you're well aware of the security implications, but many are not. For lurkers there's a good overview at https://www.howtogeek.com/205299/how-to-ensure-your-home-router-has-the-latest-security-updates/ .