How-tos are detailed posts that explain how stuff works and how to get things done. All how-tos on Dong Knows Tech are based on real-world experience or hands-on testing.
If you have replaced a Wi-Fi router before, such as when you moved from an ISP-supplied gateway to a retail Wi-Fi router, you already know how tedious the process can be. Swapping one Wi-Fi router for another can be a pain if you have to reconnect existing Wi-Fi devices, especially … Continue Reading
When configuring a home router, you’ll run into many Wi-Fi settings with cryptic names. If you have no idea what they mean and find it hard to know the correct value to enter, you’re not alone. I myself have a hard time remembering all those acronyms or keeping track of … Continue Reading
To have a faster-than-Gigabit experience, whether for Internet or Wi-Fi, we need a wired connection that delivers multi-Gigabit performance in real-world use. And that’s where Multi-Gig Ethernet—”Multi-Gig” for short—comes into play. You’ll learn all about it in this post, but the gist is that if your home network is currently … Continue Reading
Using network cables is the best way to expand a local network, and in this case, you almost always need a switch—these days, that’s generally means a Multi-Gig switch. This guide will help you pick the correct one and includes the top five to bring home today. Advanced network users … Continue Reading
This post explains the differences between Dual-WAN and Link Aggregation in simple terms, along with instructions on how to set up each when applicable. In most homes, both of these features can be overkill. They are nice to have, but might not be worth the extra hardware or subscription costs. … Continue Reading
When setting up a home network, everyone wants the best Wi-Fi coverage as quickly as possible and with as little effort as possible! This post includes quick tips for those looking to buy new Wi-Fi hardware today and set it up correctly. It will explain things briefly and point you … Continue Reading
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.
Summer is here, and many of you are considering a travel router for your upcoming trip. While that’s a sensible thing to do, here’s an alternative: How about turning that inseparable laptop of yours into a mobile “router”? Among other things, that will help you pack a bit lighter. In … Continue Reading
