How I optimized my Wi-Fi for my outdoor security cams

Walls, distance, and noisy airwaves kill camera streams. Here’s how I diagnosed the weak links in my own network and made the ...

Should you replace a traditional Wi-Fi router with mesh? I compared the two, and here's my verdict

ZDNET's key takeaways Routers are cheaper, faster, and easier to set up.Mesh systems fix dead zones with wider ...
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5 home-lab network mistakes that kill your performance (and how to fix them)

The fix is simple: just use managed switches for anything that sits between your router and the rest of your gear. Unmanaged ...

Never Plug These 3 Devices Into Your Router's USB Port

Just because your router has USB ports, there are some devices you should never plug into it, for more reasons than one. Here ...

Telstra launches 'Internet Only' plans, is the tiny discount worth it, or just a joke?

OPINION: Back in the ADSL days, you could get a ADSL connection without adding a phone line. Now Telstra has brought the ...
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Germany vs. Slovakia: Livestream World Cup 2026 Qualifier Soccer From Anywhere

Germany takes on Slovakia at the Red Bull Arena in Leipzig on Monday, Nov. 17. Kickoff is set for 8:45 p.m. CET local time in ...
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Brazil vs. Senegal: Livestream International Friendly Soccer From Anywhere Free

Brazil takes on Senegal on Saturday, Nov. 15, at the Emirates Stadium in north London, with kickoff set for 4 p.m. GMT local time in the UK. That makes it an 11 a.m. ET or 8 a.m. PT kickoff in the US ...

The right way to run an internet speed test (and how I use the results for better Wi-Fi)

After a decade testing PCs, routers, and home networks, I've seen what really causes slow speeds, and I can help you optimize your connection.