192.168.1.1 is an IP address that is used by Netgear Routers as a gateway or access point. IP addresses provide a continuous channel for the router to access the internet for hours. There are various routers that own a shared IP address while some IP addresses are specific and unique. 192.168.1.1 is also known as the host address. https://netgerext.net/192-168-1-1/