🛒Internet Bandwidth Conservation: Tips on Staying Below Your Monthly Data Cap
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Since mid-2020, many of you have sent me questions asking about how to conserve Internet bandwidth—that is, how to not …
How-Tos
How-tos are detailed posts explaining the way stuff works and how to get things done.
Dynamic DNS and Port Forwarding Explained: How To Customize Your Router for Secure Remote Access
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Dynamic DNS, or DDNS for short, is one of the most powerful features available in Wi-Fi routers. Though not router-exclusive, …
Intel BE200-based Wi-Fi 7 Upgrade on Select PCs: The Hardware Requirements and Step-by-Step Guide
8 Min Read
To enjoy Wi-Fi 7, you need a broadcaster (a router or access point) supporting the new wireless standard—here are the …
Broadband Internet Troubleshooting: Steps to Fix a Cable or Fiber-optic Connection
8 Min Read
Since you’re reading this, you’re clearly connected, which is an excellent time to learn about broadband Internet troubleshooting! If you …
Domain Name System, Explained: Simple DNS Tricks to Better Your Online Experience
10 Min Read
Your DNS server is the gateway to your online life, including your security and privacy. Here’s how you can take a bit more control of it.
Linksys Velop Smart Wi-Fi Overview: A Flexible (Mesh) Platform
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This post is a primer on Linksys Velop, a popular brand for home mesh-ready routers and purpose-built systems. While the …
Gaming Routers, Explained: How Lag Kills DPS and the Best Way to Overcome It
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You often play online games and think it’s time to get the best gaming router to reach the next level. …
How to Pick the Best Mesh Wi-Fi System for Your Home: The Quick Buying Guide
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There are so many Wi-Fi systems on the market, and this post will point you in the right direction and …
Mesh Network Setup: Hardware Diagrams and Practical Tips for the Best Result
8 Min Read
A Wi-Fi system generally includes two or more broadcasters—if you get a canned solution, it’s often available in a 2-pack …
Wi-Fi Systems, Explained: What Constitutes a Mesh, Its Benefits, and When You Need One
10 Min Read
You must have heard of “mesh,” “Wi-Fi system,” or “mesh Wi-Fi system,” and might even have some idea of what …
Quick Tips on Best Wi-Fi: How to Build an Effective Home Network
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Everyone wants the best Wi-Fi coverage most quickly, with the least effort! This post includes quick tips for those looking …
Online Parental Control: What It Is and Why You Shouldn’t Pick a Router Based on It
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Many of you have asked me for recommendations on a Wi-Fi router (or mesh system) with “excellent Parental Control.” This …
Asus ExpertWiFi Overview (vs. ZenWifi): A New Mesh-Ready SOHO Hardware Series
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On January 4, 2023, Asus unveiled its new ExpertWiFi product line. After unsurprisingly missing the initial availability target, initially set …
Wi-Fi Drops Signals Frequently and Other Common Connection Issues: The Causes and Their Best Fixes
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If you experience Wi-Fi dropping signals or disconnections or can’t connect a device to your network (at the expected speeds), …
