🛒Windows 11 Upgrade and Installation Errors: The Cryptic Messages and How to Overcome Them
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Since the original version of Windows 11 (21H2) became available in late 2021, and especially since my post on how …
How-Tos
How-tos are detailed posts explaining the way stuff works and how to get things done.
MAC Address, Explained: Its Purpose and How to Spoof One
11 Min Read
The MAC address is a critical element of networking, and you’ll learn all about it in this post. However, the …
Wi-Fi Signal Strength, Broadcasting Power, and that Cool -70 dBm RSSI Value
9 Min Read
You walk around the house and, at times, can see the Wi-Fi signal strength bars on your device move up …
Wi-Fi Router USB Port, Explained: The Steps to Turn One into a *Casual* NAS Server
10 Min Read
When it comes to network storage, I’d recommend a real NAS server. However, a good server can be expensive. Plus, …
Broadband Connection Explained: Tips on Internet and Wi-Fi Speed Testing
11 Min Read
At one point or another, you might have wondered how to conduct a proper Wi-Fi speed test or how to …
Wi-Fi HaLow, Explained: Low Power and Necessary Bandwidth Meet Extreme Range
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This post will briefly explain Wi-Fi HaLow, a new standard that extends the use of Wi-Fi to low-bandwidth devices. Since …
EV Charging, Explained: The Trepidation of Moving in a New Comfort Zone
15 Min Read
If you’re about to get an electric vehicle and are concerned about getting your EV charging situation sorted out at …
TP-Link Deco Overview: Everything You Need to Know about the Popular Mesh Brand
8 Min Read
This post will give you an overview of TP-Link Deco, a known mesh brand, including its brief history, what you …
Qualcomm NCM865 (vs. Intel BE200): A Versatile Wi-Fi 7 Upgrade for Your Windows 11 Computer
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If you’re looking to upgrade your AMD-based computer, be it a desktop or a laptop, to Wi-Fi 7, the Qualcomm …
Internet Bandwidth Conservation: Tips on Staying Below Your Monthly Data Cap
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Since mid-2020, many of you have sent me questions asking about how to conserve Internet bandwidth—that is, how to not …
