🛒IP Address, Explained: What It Is and How to Quickly Figure Out That of Your Device
12 Min Read
If you’ve ever tried troubleshooting your home network or setting up a new router, you must have heard of “IP …
Networking
All things relating to home networking, from network wiring to Wi-Fi and more.
Quality of Service, Explained: How QoS Helps Keep Everyone Happy with Modest Broadband
7 Min Read
You might have heard of QoS, which is short for Quality of Service. It’s a common and practical feature among …
Wi-Fi Router Replacement or Upgrade: Tips on Figuring Out the Right Time
11 Min Read
“Is it time to replace my Wi-Fi router?” I receive questions like that regularly, especially from those who still use …
Dual-WAN vs. Link Aggregation: Understanding Bandwidth vs. Speed, and Practical Real-World Tips
12 Min Read
This post explains the differences between Dual-WAN and Link Aggregation in simple terms, along with instructions on how to set …
Smart Wi-Fi Devices and Your Router’s Airtime Fairness: How to Best Use IoT in a Home Network
9 Min Read
You may have heard of “smart Wi-Fi devices,” also known as the “Internet of Things’ (IoT). Heck, you might even …
MTU and Jumbo Frame, Explained: What They Are and How to Mess with Them
9 Min Read
Generally, you don’t need to worry about MTU and Jumbo Frame. In a network, these two are part of the …
TP-Link TL-WR3002X Review (vs. TL-WR1502X): An Excellent Travel Router
6 Min Read
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
6 Min Read
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
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 …
Top Five Best DIY Mesh Wi-Fi System: Customize Your Network to the Max!
5 Min Read
While shopping for a home Wi-Fi system, we often overlook the do-it-yourself (DIY) options and opt for a purpose-built solution, …
