Microsoft Account is a Raw Deal: How to 100% Avoid It on a Windows Computer
6 Min Read
This post will help you deal with that dreadful practice of Microsoft where it forces you to use an online …
How-Tos
How-tos are detailed posts explaining the way stuff works and how to get things done. All how-tos are based on real-world expreince or hands-on testing.
Summer in Hawaii: An Uncool ICE Driving Experience and Some Handy Traveling Tips
9 Min Read
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
8 Min Read
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
13 Min Read
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
5 Min Read
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
8 Min Read
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
10 Min Read
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
9 Min Read
Backing up data is essential, but many of us often don’t do that until it’s too late. This post aims …
Tesla Data Usage: How I Hook My Model Y to Comcast’s xfinitywifi Hotspot
7 Min Read
I’ll share in this post how I hooked my Model Y to Comcast’s xfinitywifi hotspots, which are free for all …
Cable Modem Activation: How to Ditch that ISP-Provided Gatway
7 Min Read
If you’re using cable Internet, check your bill. You might pay around a $15/month “equipment rental” fee. If so, replacing …
