If you’ve just bought a brand new router, there are a handful of first steps that you should handle—such as picking a good name for the network SSID (service set identifier). Or if your network has had a generic name for some time, you should also consider changing it up to something more interesting. A […]
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While Wi-Fi networks have gotten much more powerful lately, they still have physical limitations. One of the biggest issues many people face with wireless networks is poor connection quality. On Windows, you probably know that you can look at the network icon in the System Tray to get an idea of how strong your connection […]
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The days of booting up your PC, plugging in your dial-up modem, and connecting to AOL with its signature tone are long gone. Wireless is now the de facto standard when connecting to the internet, with smartphones rejecting the idea of wired connections entirely. You may have used a Wi-Fi network when at work or […]
Continue ReadingFrom coffee shops to airports, the world is slowly opening up free Wi-Fi hotspots to anyone who needs it. But they can be hard to find, and you need to use the more secure ones. A few apps and maps will ensure a reliable free Wi-Fi connection for you no matter where you go. Normally, […]
Continue ReadingBeing a parent is tough. No matter if you’re raising a toddler or a teenager, there are times when you really need to have eyes behind your head. Thankfully, a new generation of wireless cameras can help parents keep a closer eye on their children. 1. Monitoring If Teens Made Their Curfew Keeping an eye […]
Continue ReadingAfter years of speculation, Apple has officially announced the discontinuation of its once-popular AirPort Wi-Fi routers. The news wasn’t exactly a surprise since the AirPort and AirPort Extreme haven’t been updated since 2012 and 2013 respectively. But especially for Apple users, both options provided a number of great features including easy setup in both iOS […]
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