EasyMesh Explained (vs. OneMesh): Untangling TP-Link’s Confusing DIY Wi-Fi Systems
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If I put “TP-Link” and “mesh” in a sentence, you’d likely think of the popular Deco family. And you’re not …
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.
Ubiquiti Teleport VPN, Explained: Effective and Free Personal Virtual Private Network
6 Min Read
You may have noticed that I’m not a fan of using VPNs unnecessarily as a way to be “secure” or …
Known ASUS Vulnerability and Steps to Keep Your Router Safe
4 Min Read
ASUS today issued a public response to recent online reports that “thousands of ASUS routers” have been at risk of …
ASUSWRT Firmware vs. ASUSwrt-Merlin, Explained: Everything Behind the “Magic”
14 Min Read
If you’ve never heard of the ASUSwrt-Merlin firmware, know that extra magic can be available to a select group of …
Port Forwarding, Explained: Tips on Managing Port Numbers for Secure Remote Access
8 Min Read
Looking to access your home computer remotely without using a third-party service? You’re reading the right post. I’ll explain here …
Dynamic DNS, Explained: How To Prime Your Router for Secure Remote Access
8 Min Read
Dynamic DNS, or DDNS for short, is one of the most powerful features available in Wi-Fi routers. Though not router-exclusive, …
Modem vs. Router vs. Gateway, Explained: Tips on Identifying Them Among Popular Internet Hardware Boxes
6 Min Read
In getting connected to the Internet, you might have run into different devices you may call, quite correctly, “my Internet …
IP Address, Explained: What It Is and How to Quickly Figure Out That of Your Device
11 Min Read
If you’ve ever tried troubleshooting your home network or setting up a new router, you must have heard of “IP …
Quality of Service, Explained: How QoS Helps Keep Everyone Happy with Modest Broadband
7 Min Read
You might have heard of QoS, which is short for Quality of Service. It’s a common and practical feature among …
Dual-WAN vs. Link Aggregation: Understanding Bandwidth vs. Speed, and Practical Real-World Tips
12 Min Read
This post explains the differences between Dual-WAN and Link Aggregation in simple terms, along with instructions on how to set …
