🛒MAC Address Explained: Its Purpose and How to Spoof One
11 Min Read
The MAC address is a critical element of networking, and you’ll learn all about it in this post. However, the …
Explainers
Explainers are posts that explain different concepts or ideas.
EasyMesh Explained (vs. OneMesh): Untangling TP-Link’s Confusing DIY Wi-Fi Systems
10 Min Read
If I put “TP-Link” and “mesh” in a sentence, you’d likely think of the popular Deco family. And you’re not …
Top Five Most Popular Purpose-built Home Mesh Approaches, Ranked: The Good, the Bad, and the Caveats
7 Min Read
When it comes to building a home mesh Wi-Fi system, you can pick an advanced approach using one of the …
Wi-Fi Signal Strength, Broadcasting Power, and that Cool -70 dBm RSSI Value
9 Min Read
You walk around the house and, at times, can see the Wi-Fi signal strength bars on your device move up …
Quick Tips on Achieving the Best Wi-Fi: How to Build an Effective Home Network
10 Min Read
When setting up a home network, everyone wants to have the best Wi-Fi coverage in the fastest way with the …
Wi-Fi Router USB Port, Explained: The Steps to Turn One into a Casual NAS Server
10 Min Read
When it comes to network storage, I’d recommend a real NAS server. However, a good server can be expensive. Plus, …
Wi-Fi Range Explained: Great Expectations vs. Harsh Reality of the Invisible Magic
4 Min Read
One of the most essential elements of a home router is its Wi-Fi range—how far its signals can reach. Signals …
Your Router Is Not That Fast: How Wi-Fi Works vs. False Marketing
8 Min Read
You must have experienced it. You got a new (possibly expensive) router, and it ended up failing your expectations in …
Broadband Connection Explained: Tips on Internet and Wi-Fi Speed Testing
11 Min Read
At one point or another, you might have wondered how to conduct a proper Wi-Fi speed test or how to …
AsusWRT Firmware vs. AsusWRT-Merlin, Explained: Everything Behind the Routers’ Wi-Fi “Magic”
15 Min Read
If you’ve never heard of the AsusWRT-Merlin firmware, know that extra magic can be available to a select group of …
Wi-Fi Access Points, Explained: Tips on Building a Serious Wired Home Wi-Fi Network
6 Min Read
Wi-Fi access points (WAPs, or APs) are similar to extenders, with one significant difference: an AP connects to the existing …
Wi-Fi HaLow, Explained: Low Power and Necessary Bandwidth Meet Extreme Range
6 Min Read
This post will briefly explain Wi-Fi HaLow, a new standard that extends the use of Wi-Fi to low-bandwidth devices. Since …
Wi-Fi for Wireless VR: A Quick Bandwidth Guide on Getting Real with Virtual Reality
9 Min Read
In mind-2021, Oculus introduced Air Link, a feature that enables users to use the latest Meta Quest headset—or any wireless …
EV Charging, Explained: The Trepidation of Moving in a New Comfort Zone
16 Min Read
If you’re about to get an electric vehicle and are concerned about getting your EV charging situation sorted out at …
