QoS Settings for Internet Calling (VoIP) and Other Real-Time Communication
6 Min Read
We use the Internet for all sorts of applications, and not all of them are created equal. Things can get …
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.
MoCA, Explained: Tips on Turning Coax into Ethernet Wiring
10 Min Read
I’ve always recommended using network cables to extend a (Wi-Fi) home network. I still do. However, when running new wires …
Ubiquiti UniFi Ecosystem, Explained: The Powerful UniFi OS and Its Primary UniFi Network Application for All Things Networking
11 Min Read
Among popular networking vendors, Ubiquiti has a unique approach, UniFi, that suits users ranging from novices to enterprise-class users. This …
ASUS AiMesh Overview: Years-Long Effort to Better Wi-Fi Coverage
5 Min Read
AiMesh is a free feature available in all routers since the beginning of 2018, starting with the RT-AC86U, initially as …
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 …
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
13 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 …
