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I use public Wi-Fi despite the risks. Here's how I keep safe
Using public Wi-Fi poses big security risks to PC users. But if you have to use it, these precautions can reduce the likelihood your PC security will be compromised.
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Fix weak Wi-Fi signals at home with this plug-in booster, now $20
If you have spotty Wi-Fi connections in certain areas, get this TP-Link AC1200 for 33% off and boost those signals!
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Despite AOL's exit, dial-up internet isn't going away
Although AOL may be the biggest name in the small market for dial-up internet, there are at least three other service providers promoting dial-up internet services, including Microsoft.
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Your body can be fingerprinted and tracked by Wi-Fi signals
A new system developed by researchers in Rome can identify specific people and their locations with 95% accuracy.
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How to unlock Wi-Fi 7's full, blistering speed in Windows 11
With the 24H2 update, Windows 11 now fully supports Wi-Fi 7, adding new settings and details to help you get the most from your home network.
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Researchers create Internet so fast, you can download all of Netflix in a second
Japanese researchers have transmitted long-distance data at faster than 350,000 times the average US broadband internet speed.
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Got patchy home Wi-Fi? This $13 extender could be your easiest fix
Just plug this into an outlet to extend your Wi-Fi signal by up to 1,200 square feet. Perfect for filling in Wi-Fi dead spots!
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Your Asus router might've been hacked and turned into a botnet, report says
If you're infected by the newly-detected vulnerability, your best bet is a complete factory reset of your router, followed by a patch.
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Ditch your old router to stay safe from hackers, FBI warns
The FBI warns that a dozen popular router models are vulnerable to malware and other attacks. See if yours is on the list.
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NAS drives aren't just for nerds! 6 real benefits everyone can use
A NAS drive isn't just for storage! Here's why everyone should have a NAS drive and some of the cool stuff you can do with one.
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Beyond Speedtest: Orb gives you a holistic look at Internet performance
A new multi-platform speed test from the founders of Ookla (SpeedTest.net) gives you more options for both deep data and at-a-glance reports.
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Comcast pinky promises not to raise broadband rates for 5 years
A new promotion says you can sign up at $55 (or more) and be confident the price won't increase… but be sure to read all the fine print.
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Patch your Netgear router right now!
Over the weekend, the company announced fixes for two critical vulnerabilities affecting select Nighthawk routers and Wi-Fi 6 access points.
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Say goodbye to patchy home Wi-Fi with this simple $15 booster
Get this TP-Link Wi-Fi extender on sale at Amazon right now.
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Meet Wi-Fi 8, which trades speed for a more reliable experience
Wi-Fi 8, the next generation of Wi-Fi, isn't due to be released until several years from now. But we already know what Wi-Fi 8 is going to look like, and how it will improve over Wi-Fi 7.
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US govt. is considering a ban on Amazon's bestselling router brand
After TP-Link's routers were used in a recent hacker attack, the government might ban their sales in the US.
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Fix your spotty home Wi-Fi signal with this simple $27 gadget
Amazon is selling the TP-Link AC1200 Wi-Fi Extender for 46% off right now in the wake of Cyber Monday.
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You can get stronger Wi-Fi throughout your home for just $23
The TP-Link AC1200 Wi-Fi extender is 54% off on Amazon right now.
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Fix spotty home Wi-Fi connections with this simple $23 gadget
The TP-Link AC1200 Wi-Fi Extender is 54% off on Amazon right now.
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Why the obscure Nagle’s Algorithm on routers can impact your PC gaming n
You may never have even heard of Nagle's Algorithm but here's why some savvy gamers are disabling it in Windows.
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This Wi-Fi system can stretch for almost 10 miles
A world record test in the California desert shows the staggering range of HaLow Wi-Fi.
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This easy $30 tech purchase is the best travel investment I ever made
The next time you travel overseas, spend a few bucks on a foreign SIM or eSIM and you'll never have to worry about roaming fees or disconnections.
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Got spotty Wi-Fi in certain rooms? Get a stronger signal for just $23
The TP-Link AC1200 Wi-Fi Extender is 54% off on Amazon right now.
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Bluetooth 6.0 is almost here, and it's bringing a useful feature
The next major update to Bluetooth is long overdue, but it's finally coming with new features and improvements.
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Get full-bars Wi-Fi signal everywhere in your home for just $13
The TP-Link Wi-Fi Extender can patch up Wi-Fi dead zones in your home and it's only $13.30 each at Amazon right now.
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Say goodbye to Wi-Fi dead zones with TP-Link's mesh system, now $170
The TP-Link Deco AX3000 makes your home Wi-Fi experience that much better—and it's 39% off right now on Amazon.
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Get proper Wi-Fi anywhere in your home for $23
When you're at the other end of your home, way across your router, and your Wi-Fi is patchy at best, remember that $23 could solve your problem.
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Forget about Wi-Fi dead zones with this TP-Link Extender for just $24
Making sure you have Wi-Fi everywhere on your property can cost as little as $24 with this TP-Link deal
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Meet Thunderbolt Share, Intel's ultra-fast sneakernet replacement (and more)
Intel is launching Thunderbolt Share, connecting two PCs with Thunderbolt ports together to share and sync files and remotely control a laptop. But the licensing program seems unnecessarily confusing.
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Microsoft's new Outlook requires you to have Edge installed
The mail program also gets new AI features.
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The .INTERNAL domain could be the new name for your home network
For years, we've used the obscure 192.168.x.x IP address to identify your local network. ICANN, which oversees the Internet, has proposed a new .INTERNAL domain to make it clearer.
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4 preventative steps to avoid a home networking disaster
When setting up your router, several simple moves can save you huge headache down the road.
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Windows 11 tests easily sharing Wi-Fi access with a QR code
Sharing Wi-Fi access data via Windows 11 will be child's play. Microsoft has integrated a QR code function into its operating system.
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This excellent Wi-Fi 6 mesh router is just $55 during Prime Day
The TP-Link Deco X20 is speedy but simple to set up, and it’s down to its lowest price yet during Amazon Prime Big Deals Day.
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Amazon's delightful Eero WI-Fi router is just $45 for October Prime Day
Kick your Internet provider's router to the curb and get Amazon's Eero router for $45 during Prime Big Deal Days.
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If you have one of these three Asus routers, update it right now
Extremely critical security vulnerabilities put these routers at risk from remote attackers.
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Why you should always set up guest Wi-Fi at home
Even if no one ever visits you, a guest network helps maintain the security and privacy of your home network.
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Wi-Fi 7: A deep-dive into the blistering new wireless standard
Wi-Fi 7 is now being launched, and the new Wi-Fi standard improves the speed and stability of radio transmission with numerous innovations.
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This broken Windows feature taunts me every time I update
A Windows feature called Delivery Optimization within is designed to allow you to download apps and updates from other PCs on your network, not the Internet. But it's so frustrating that it barely ever works.
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This $100 TP-Link mesh router 3-pack will fix your spotty Wi-Fi
This budget mesh router is down to its all-time low, making it an affordable way to get even Wi-Fi coverage across your whole house.
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Meet MoCA, the speedy home network alternative that runs over cable wires
Multimedia over Coax Alliance (MoCA) makes it possible to set up networks over coaxial cables. The article shows what you need to know and what advantages MoCA offers compared to Powerline.
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Mesh Wi-Fi vs Traditional Routers: Which is better?
When it comes to setting your home up with Wi-Fi it's easy to get stumped on the question of which Wi-Fi type is best: A traditional home router, or one of the new Wi-Fi mesh systems? Here are the basics to help you make the right decision.
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Wi-Fi 5 vs. Wi-Fi 6 vs. Wi-Fi 6E: Which should you pick?
With three versions of Wi-Fi on the market, picking a router is more complicated than ever.
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Save a massive 40% on Eero Pro 6E mesh Wi-Fi routers for Prime Day
Take a 40% discount on one of the best mesh Wi-Fi systems around, the Eero Pro 6E, in packs of one, two, or three for Prime Day.
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Why you should upgrade to Wi-Fi 6/6E
The quality of your Wi-Fi network has a huge influence on your online activities. Here's what you should know about the latest Wi-Fi 6/6E standard and how to upgrade.
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Which Wi-Fi router looks most like an evil alien spaceship?
Designs for gaming routers have gotten really familiar lately. It's time to break down which ones look like spaceships.
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Wi-Fi 7 is coming: Meet the smarter, faster Internet of the future
Qualcomm announces the FastConnect 7800, which the company says will be the first Wi-Fi 7 chip. But what is Wi-Fi 7? We explain the next generation of wireless networking technology.
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Telstra launches the Smart Modem 3 with faster Wi-Fi speeds
Telstra has launched the Smart Modem 3, featuring Wi-Fi 6 and promising faster Wi-Fi speeds than before.
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These bristling Asus ROG Rapture routers are home network hot rods
The hot rods of Asus’s ROG Rapture gaming router lineup are about to get huge upgrades.
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