MTU and Jumbo Frame, Explained: What They Are and How to Mess with Them
Generally, you don’t need to worry about MTU and Jumbo Frame. In a network, these two are part of the …
HOSTS File, Explained: The Location and How to Use It to Block Unwanted Websites
You might have heard of a computer’s hosts file. If not, you didn’t miss much. Literally, that’s a file named …
Five Affordable TP-Link Wi-Fi 7 Hardware Options to Bring Home Today
If you’re looking to improve your Wi-Fi but on a budget, TP-Link is generally a good brand to consider. That …
NAS Server, Explained: Redundancy (RAID) and Network-Attached Storage Basics
If you have never heard of network-attached storage (NAS), this post is for you. Even if you already know about …
Wi-Fi Systems, Explained: What Constitutes a “Mesh”, Its Benefits, and When You Need One
You must have heard of “mesh,” “Wi-Fi system,” or “mesh Wi-Fi system,” and might even have some idea of what …
TP-Link TL-WR3002X Review (vs. TL-WR1502X): An Excellent Travel Router
The TL-WR3002X is TP-Link’s worthy upgrade to the previous TL-WR1502X that came out less than half a year ago. The new …
QoS Settings for Internet Calling (VoIP) and Other Real-Time Communication
We use the Internet for all sorts of applications, and not all of them are created equal. Things can get …
MoCA Explained: Tips on Turning Coax into Ethernet Wiring
I’ve always recommended using network cables to extend a (Wi-Fi) home network. I still do. However, when running new wires …
Top Five Best DIY Mesh Wi-Fi System: Customize Your Network to the Max!
While shopping for a home Wi-Fi system, we often overlook the do-it-yourself (DIY) options and opt for a purpose-built solution, …
Western Digital WD Purple Pro Video-Oriented HDD Gets New 26TB Capacity
Western Digital today unveiled the latest member of its 26TB club, the 26TB WD Purple Pro HDD. This is the …