Hypervisors like VirtualBox or VMware can run just about any OS as long as you've got enough hardware power. However, just ...

First and foremost, I don't recommend doing this yourself. I created an isolated virtual machine and used a firewall to prevent it from access the rest of my home network. Then I downloaded malware ...

It’s the most straightforward way to boost your signal. There’s even a Gigabit Ethernet port you can use to give a more ...

Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is a writer, a text-based adventure connoisseur, a lover of terrible movies and an enthusiastic yet mediocre cook. A CNET editor from 2013 to 2024, Ry's ...

Trey Paul was a CNET senior editor covering broadband. His 20+ years of experience as a writer and editor include time at the broadband marketplace Allconnect, as well as working with clients like ...

A standard router is often less hassle to set up than a mesh network. For something that "just works," a typical router might be the best option. Set it up once, make sure updates are automatically ...

If you insist on using your router's USB port, there are two important precautions to follow. First, only use it for non-critical files. Don't share or transfer anything sensitive through the port.