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. Wireless signals are invisible, so how …
How-Tos
How-tos are detailed posts explaining the way stuff works and how to get things done.
HDD vs. SSD: Everything You Need To Know about Conventional Digital Storage and the General Idea of Computing
19 Min Read
You must have heard of hard drives (HDDs) or solid-state drives (SSDs). Some of you might have even used the …
Peripheral Device Connections, Explained: The 1-2-3, A-B-C of USB, Thunderbolt, and USB Power Delivery
14 Min Read
If you’re unsure of the differences between USB-C and Thunderbolt or between USB 3.0 and USB 3.2 (or is that …
Virtual Private Network, Explained: Its Usefulness vs. the Misleading Privacy and Half-Truth Security Claims, Plus How to Get Free VPN
1 Min Read
You must have heard of “VPN”. You might even be using one right now and want to brag about how …
Broadband Internet Troubleshooting: Simple Steps to Fix a Cable or Fiber-optic Connection
8 Min Read
Kudos to you for reading this right now. You’re clearly online! Often, folks worry about broadband Internet troubleshooting when they …
10Gbps Internet’s Real-World Experience: Unlocking the Secrets of the Ultimate Broadband Connection
9 Min Read
March 2022 was when I first entered the realm of 10Gbps Internet with a Sonic fiber-optic plan, which has since …
Wi-Fi Access Points, Explained: Tips on Building a Serious Wired Home Wi-Fi Network
7 Min Read
Wi-Fi access points (WAPs, or APs) are wireless signal host devices (a.k.a. broadcasters) that can handle multiple Wi-Fi-enabled clients simultaneously. …
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Explained: How It’s Your Wi-Fi’s Best Friend
12 Min Read
You want to blanket your sprawling property with fast Wi-Fi, but extending electrical power to the far side of your …
Home Wi-Fi Router Setup and Maintenance: Here’s How to Do That Like a Pro
12 Min Read
The head says it. This post is part of a series that helps you set up a home network like …
Online Security and Privacy Risks: Be Aware of that Hidden Potential Danger within Your Wi-Fi Router
16 Min Read
If you have been following my router reviews, you’ll note that I have increasingly mentioned the “online privacy risks” notion. …
