🛒Synology Mesh Review: A Friendly Way to Create a Pro Wi-Fi System at Home
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Synology first added mesh capability to its Wi-Fi 5 router back in October 2018 with the release of the MR2200ac. …
How-Tos
How-tos are detailed posts explaining the way stuff works and how to get things done.
Ransomware Explained, Prevention, and Contingency: Simple Ways to Stay Safe
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For almost a decade—and counting—ransomware has been a massive security headache for individuals and businesses alike. More than just some …
Microsoft Account is a Raw Deal: How to 100% Avoid It on a Windows Computer
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This post will help you deal with that dreadful practice of Microsoft where it forces you to use an online …
Summer in Hawaii: An Uncool ICE Driving Experience and Some Handy Traveling Tips
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And I’m back. If you didn’t notice, I hadn’t posted anything new for over a week. That was not out …
Tips on Travel Light: How to Turn Your Laptop into a Travel Router or Wi-Fi Hotspot
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Lately, I’ve gotten many messages asking for a recommendation on “travel routers.” Summer is here, and folks want to stay …
Home Wi-Fi Network Installation Basics: Ports, Cables, Switches, and More
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This post is part of a series designed for anyone who wants to build a home network from scratch, including …
ASUS Instant Guard, Explained: An Easy VPN Solution for Mobile Users
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ASUS Instant Guard is an easy way to have a private VPN connection on your mobile device that’s linked to …
Synology QuickConnect vs. Dynamic DNS: Tips on NAS Servers’ Remote Access
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This post will help you set up remote access to your Synology NAS server using Synology’s built-in QuickConnect and Dynamic …
Gigabit Internet Explained: Understanding Magic of Those Gbps
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In recent years, more and more folks have been sending me messages asking about how to “get the most out” …
Windows Backup: Do That Today with These Free Apps
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Backing up data is essential, but many of us often don’t do that until it’s too late. This post aims …
