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Your Router Is Probably in the Wrong Place. Here Are the 4 Tweaks to Fix Your Slow Internet

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 ...

Breathe New Life Into Your Old Laptops With This DIY Solution

Older laptops can easily be converted to DIY Chromebooks via the use of ChromeOS Flex. The OS is free and easy to install, ...

If you have a 2.4GHz router, you need to upgrade - here's why

Older Wi-Fi routers may have speed limitations, but the more important factor affecting internet speeds is what band your ...

Don't Get Rid Of Your Old Samsung Phone – Here's What Else It Can Do

An old Samsung phone can be reused as a smart home hub, DeX desktop computer, media player, cloud gaming device, or dedicated ...
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Replacing a Wall Outlet? Here Are the 7 Outlet Types to Consider

While standard receptacles typically use three wires -- hot, neutral and ground -- you'll occasionally find 2-prong outlets in older homes. Since this type of outlet lacks a ground connection, the ...

I'm going offline and back to my '90s retro gaming roots this Christmas, but I'll still be embracing modern luxuries

I'm having a retro console roast with modern tech trimmings. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Alright, that does it - I'm ...