🛒How to Build the Best AiMesh Combo with Multi-Gigabit Wired Backhauling
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This post will walk you through the steps to set up an AiMesh combo with Multi-Gig wired backhauling using supported …
How-Tos
How-tos are detailed posts explaining the way stuff works and how to get things done.
Tesla Tires, Rims and Those Pesky Curb Rashes
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Since my story on having a flat tire with my Model Y, I’ve gotten a lot of messages asking about …
Which Synology NAS to Buy: A Quick Guide on Picking a Real Storage Server
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If you have read my primer post on network-attached storage (NAS) servers, it’s pretty clear that I’ve unapologetically picked Synology …
Tips on Getting High-Speed Internet: It’s Fiber vs. Cable (Coaxial) or ONT vs. Modem
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When it comes to land-based high-speed broadband connections, there are currently two competing technologies: Coaxial Cable vs. Fiber-optic, or Cable …
Owning an EV: Driving, Maintaining, and that Range Anxiety
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After over 20,000 miles on my 2021 Tesla Model Y Long Range, my 2-plus-year move from gas, or internal combustion …
Asus Wi-Fi Hardware 101: Features, Real-world Performances, Models, and More
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If you have questions like “What’s the best Asus router / Zenwifi mesh system?”—you’re reading the right post. It includes …
Extending Coverage the Easy Way: A Guide to Picking the Best Wi-Fi Extenders
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In case it’s not clear, I’m not a fan of Wi-Fi extenders—often incorrectly referred to as “Wi-Fi boosters” which don’t …
Synology NAS Servers: Why They’re Safe Choices and How to Start with One
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Years ago, somebody asked me about my most important piece of tech and was surprised when I said it was …
Synology Mesh Review: A Friendly Way to Create a Pro Wi-Fi System at Home
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Synology first added mesh capability to its Wi-Fi 5 router back in October 2018 with the release of the MR2200ac. …
Ransomware Explained, Prevention, and Contingency: Simple Ways to Stay Safe
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For almost a decade—and counting—ransomware has been a massive security headache for individuals and businesses alike. More than just some …
