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In recent years, I’ve received a lot of questions about the Guest Wi-Fi SSID (network name), including the catch-all recommendation of using Internet of Things devices with one. Interestingly, most of these questions are not about setting up this type of wireless network but rather the fact many devices don’t …
First available in late September 2023, the Orbi 970 Series, NETGEAR’s first Wi-Fi 7 mesh system, proved complicated to test. For one, it’s stupidly expensive. A 3-pack (model RBE973S) that includes a router (RBE971) and two satellites (RBE970) retails for $2299.99. Alternatively, you can pick a 2-pack (RBE972) for $1699.99, …
You might have noticed by now how I’m a big fan of using network cables—as opposed to Wi-Fi—as a way to extend a home network. While it might sound counterintuitive, getting your home wired is the only way to get the best-performing Wi-Fi network. A wired network is also a …
The TP-Link Deco BE85 is the first Wi-Fi 7 mesh system on the market, and consists of multiple identical mesh-enabled routers. At the retail price of $1,299.99 for a 3-pack (or $400 less for a 2-pack)—the street price varies and often includes discounts—the TP-Link Deco BE85 is an excellent buy …
Suppose you ask the tech world post-CES what the year 2024 is going to be big on. The answer is likely artificial intelligence, electric cars, solar power, seethrough TV screens, and, of course, (killer) robots (which are basically machines with AI.) And that’s understandable. Those are fancy items. They are …
If you ever wonder how I perform networking speed testing on devices—including Wi-Fi access points (standalone or housed within Wi-Fi routers/ mesh systems, or extenders) and switches—for reviews on this website, you’re reading the right post. Take note: An access point is the minimum requirement to create a Wi-Fi network. …
How the Wi-Fi bandwidth works has always been a mystery—we can’t put our finger on it. The hyped-up numbers thrown out by networking vendors and clickbait online media only make things even more confusing. Then, the number of bands you can find in broadcasters— access points, routers, or mesh systems—has …
