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If you experience Wi-Fi signal drops, connection issues, or are unable to maintain a stable connection at the expected speeds, this post is for you. It offers a comprehensive collection of real-world tips to fix common Wi-Fi connection issues. I wrote this piece based on the myriad of questions I’ve …
You must have heard of “mesh,” “Wi-Fi system,” or “mesh Wi-Fi system,” and might even have some idea of what they are. Well, they practically refer to the same thing, and this post is a lot more than just semantics. It’ll explain this type of Wi-Fi solution in simple terms …
When it comes to home security, the easiest way is to install a camera surveillance system. There are many options on the market, but if you’ve already had a Ubiquiti UniFi gateway or are in the process of getting one, be aware of UniFi Protect. Or, you’ll be in for …
When setting up a home network, everyone wants to have the best Wi-Fi coverage in the fastest way with the least effort! This post includes quick tips for those looking to buy new Wi-Fi hardware today and set it up correctly. It will explain things briefly and point you in …
A Wi-Fi system generally includes two or more access points, specifically the primary router unit and one or more satellite units. If you get a purpose-built solution, it’s often available in a 2-pack or 3-pack. Setting up these units to form a well-performing Wi-Fi system can get tricky. The main …
Years ago, somebody asked me about my most important piece of tech and was surprised when I said it was my NAS server—the Synology DS410, to be specific—and not the iPhone I was holding. That was true then. And it’s even more so now. In fact, with the benefits of …
If you’ve ever tried troubleshooting your home network or setting up a new router, you must have heard of “IP address” or “IP” for short. This post will explain this type of address in simple terms, the differences between IPv4 vs. IPv6, and help you figure out the IP address …
This post explains the differences between Dual-WAN and Link Aggregation in simple terms, along with instructions on how to set up each when applicable. In most homes, both of these features can be unnecessary. They are nice to have, but might not be worth the extra cost. For that reason, …
You may have heard of “smart Wi-Fi devices,” also known as the “Internet of Things’ (IoT). Heck, you might even have a bunch of them, and if so, you might run into connection issues within your network. Indeed, the increasingly widespread use of IoT gadgets that hook directly to your …
You might have heard of a computer’s hosts file. If not, you didn’t miss much. Literally, that’s a file named “hosts”. Unlike computer files in general, this file has no extension that determines what type it is. So, the file itself is generally inconsequential. You can create one for the …
