One type of electronic device to especially avoid is the microwave, which emits a strong signal in the 2.4GHz band, the same wireless band your router operates in. Be careful not to stick your router ...

Can you chip in? As an independent nonprofit, the Internet Archive is fighting for universal access to quality information. We build and maintain all our own systems, but we don’t charge for access, ...

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The number of cyber attacks on ‘smart home’ devices such as connected TVs and smart doorbells has almost tripled in a year, a ...

While many folks prefer to go with a mesh network, a single router is going to be easier to set up and can still provide ...

The next generation of Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi 8, is currently being developed behind closed doors. This time, the emphasis isn’t on pure speed, but instead on improving the user experience. Wi-Fi 8, known right ...

Many mesh systems include simple instructions, enabling quick and easy installation.

If you're looking to break away from third-party file and directory storage, this NAS from Terramaster might be just what you need.

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Wi-Fi 7 prices have dropped, but is it worth upgrading now? Here’s what actually improves, who benefits most, and our picks for Wi-Fi 7 routers.

The Orbi 370 is a dual-band system that offers 2.4GHz and 5GHz transmissions, but it lacks a 6GHz radio band and therefore ...