File Systems and Partitions, Explained: Tips on Taking Control of Your Computer’s Storage
13 Min Read
You might never have heard of the file system, but when you use a computer or any device that stores data, you …
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How-tos are detailed posts explaining the way stuff works and how to get things done.
Windows 11 Upgrade and Installation Errors: The Cryptic Messages and How to Overcome Them
10 Min Read
Since the original version of Windows 11 (21H2) became available in late 2021, and especially since my post on how …
How to Pick the Best Mesh Wi-Fi System for Your Home: 2025’s Quick Buying Guide
8 Min Read
There are so many Wi-Fi systems on the market, and this post will point you in the right direction and …
Your Router Is Not That Fast: How Wi-Fi Works vs. Marketing Langue
8 Min Read
You must have experienced it. You got a new (possibly expensive) router or Wi-Fi system, but it failed to meet …
Land-Based High-Speed Internet, Explained: It’s Fiber vs. Cable (Coaxial) or ONT vs. Modem
11 Min Read
When it comes to land-based high-speed broadband connections, there are currently two competing technologies: Coaxial Cable vs. Fiber-optic, or Cable …
Network Switches, Explained: Ports, Uplink, Managed, Unmanaged, Layers, PoE, and More
9 Min Read
When you look to expand your home network, especially for wired clients, you will likely need a couple of network …
Buying Guide: The Top Five Best Multi-Gig Network Switches To Bring Home Today!
7 Min Read
Using network cables is the best way to expand a local network, and in this case, you almost always need …
Frequent Wi-Fi Signal Drops and Other Common Connection Issues: The Best Proven Fixes
28 Min Read
If you experience Wi-Fi signal drops, connection issues, or are unable to maintain a stable connection at the expected speeds, …
Wi-Fi Systems, Explained: What Constitutes a “Mesh”, Its Benefits, and When You Need One
11 Min Read
You must have heard of “mesh,” “Wi-Fi system,” or “mesh Wi-Fi system,” and might even have some idea of what …
Windows 11 on an Intel-based Mac: Version 25H2 (and older) Installation/Upgrade Guide
5 Min Read
This post will help you install Windows 11 on an Intel-based Mac. If you have a Mac powered by Apple’s M-series …
