🔥Gigabit Internet Explained: Understanding Magic of Those Gbps
10-min Read
In recent years, more and more folks have been sending me messages asking about how to “get the most out” …
Dong’s Take
Dong’s (mostly) rational take on all sorts of things.
Owning a Tesla Model Y EV: Driving, Maintaining, Charging, and that Range Anxiety
29-min Read
After putting more than 10,000 miles on my 2021 Tesla Model Y, my 13-month move from gas — internal combustion …
Asus ZenWiFi Pro XT12 Preview: Everything You’d Want in the ZenWiFi XT8
5-min Read
In August 2021, Asus quietly unveiled the ZenWiFi Pro XT12 and the ZenWiFi Pro ET12, and since I’ve gotten a …
Home Network Setup for Best Wi-Fi Coverage and Performance: The Quick Tips
11-min Read
Recently I’ve received a lot of questions about getting the best Wi-Fi coverage — stuff I’d already covered a great …
Airtime Fairness Explained: Why You Should Cut Down on “Smart” Wi-Fi Devices
7-min Read
I’ve recently gotten a lot of questions about issues with Wi-Fi connection involving Smart Home devices and then some on …
Hindsight 2021: Love, Life, Loss, and Cappuccinos
9-min Read
Today is the last day of 2021, and I’d like to let loose my emotions and share a few personal …
Quietly, Netgear Kills Web-based Remote Management, Pushing Mobile Apps
7-min Read
Here’s some upsetting news for those who use Netgear home Wi-Fi routers. As it turned out, the networking vendor has …
Driving Automation Explained: Why (Existing) Teslas Will Never Get “There”
19-min Read
Next month’s end marks my first anniversary of owning the 2021 Model Y Long Range and, with it, my entry …
Owning a Model Y: Tesla Tires, Rims, and Those Pesky Curb Rashes
11-min Read
Since my post on having a flat tire with my Model Y, I’ve gotten a lot of messages asking about …
Tesla Full Self-Driving Explained: A $199/month (Almost) Empty Promise
11-min Read
On July 16, 2021, Tesla made the Full Self-Driving (FSD) feature available via a $199 monthly subscription. If you think …
Tesla Flat Tire on a Model Y and a Real Story of Driving without a “Donut”
11-min Read
Of dreadful things about driving a car, in my book, having a flat tire ranks among the top. There’s no …
NAS Server Explained: Why It’s Cool, and You’d Want a Synology, Too!
24-min Read
Years ago, somebody asked me about my most important piece of tech and was surprised when I said it was …
Windows 11: Possibly the Coolest, Albeit a Bit Controversial, Windows Release
11-min Read
On June 24, 2021, Microsoft announced its latest Windows 11 via a special streaming event that contained no surprises. That’s …
Opt-out of Amazon Sidewalk Before It’s Too Late. Don’t Wait!
4-min Read
If you haven’t heard of it, Amazon Sidewalk is a nice-sounding concept that you likely don’t want to be a …
