Gigabit Internet Explained: Understanding Magic of Those Gbps
10 Min Read
In recent years, more and more folks have been sending me messages asking about how to “get the most out” …
Reviews
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All reviews and overviews on this website are based on thorough hands-on testing and real-world first-hand experience.
Note: This category also includes previews, first-takes, and opinions—all derived from initial impressions, past experience, or preliminary assessments.
ASUS TUF-AX5400 Review (vs. GS-AX5400): An Excellent Budget Gaming Router
8 Min Read
It took me long enough to do an in-depth review of the TUF-AX5400—the router was first announced in June 2021. …
TRENDNet TEG-S762 Review (vs. Zyxel MG-108): A Solid Multi-Gig Contender
4 Min Read
The TRENDnet TEG-S762 is an excellent alternative to the Zyxel MG-108. It’s a bit more expensive but more compact and …
NETGEAR CM1000 Cable Modem Review: An Excellent Gigabit Choice
4 Min Read
The NETGEAR CM1000 Ultra-High Speed Cable Modem is not new, and its “Ultra-High Speed” claim is somewhat exaggerated. This modem …
Linksys Unveils Its Latest Wi-Fi 6 Router, the Hydra Pro 6, and It’s a Snooze
3 Min Read
Sometimes the latest is not synonymous with the greatest. Case in point: the Hydra Pro 6 router Linksys unveiled today. …
Adieu 2021: Love, Life, Loss, and Cappuccinos
8 Min Read
Today is the last day of 2021, and I’d like to let loose my emotions and share a few personal …
NETGEAR RBKE960 Series (RBKE963) Review: The Best Orbi Yet, with Big Caveats
18 Min Read
The new NETGEAR Orbi RBKE960 series—currently available as a 3-pack Orbi RBKE963—is a nice and large Wi-Fi 6E mesh box …
Quietly, NETGEAR Kills Web-based Remote Management, Pushes Mobile Apps in a New Unsavery Trend
8 Min Read
Here’s some upsetting news for those who use NETGEAR home Wi-Fi routers. As it turned out, the networking vendor has …
NETGEAR GS110EMX Switch Review: High Cost Meets Low 10Gbps Experience
7 Min Read
The GS110EMX 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Smart Managed Plus Switch with 2-Port 10G/Multi-Gig Uplinks has a very descriptive name—yes, that whole …
Driving Automation Explained: Why (Existing) Teslas Will Never Get “There”
18 Min Read
In mid-2021, Tesla removed RADAR from its Model Y and Model 3 fleet to transit to its ” Tesla Vision” …
