The approval runs through October 1, 2027 and covers a broad range of Netgear gear, including Nighthawk and Orbi models, plus some cable gateways and modems. The FCC said the Defense Department reviewed Netgear’s request and found the products did not pose a national security risk, but the agency didn’t explain what specifically set Netgear apart. Netgear still doesn’t get a free pass. Each product has to clear the FCC’s normal equipment authorization process before it...