Expert Advice & How-To Guides on Routers, IT, Internet Speed, VPN's & Network Equipment
A virtual Wi-Fi hotspot is a phrase used when you convert your laptop into a wireless router, allowing you to share your internet connection with nearby Wi-Fi-compatible devices. There are so many reasons you may want to create a virtual Wi-Fi hotspot on your laptop. First, it is convenient and portable, allowing you to share … Read more
If you were wondering if you can use Wi-Fi on a deactivated phone, you’ve come to the right place. To give you the short answer right from the start – Yes, you can. This article will explain how to do it, what you can use it for, as well as some downsides of using Wi-Fi … Read more
Are you having issues with Xfinity services? One of the ways you can improve your internet connection is by finding a good mesh router to replace your Xfinity device with. Since Eero is among the most popular mesh routers, we thought that we should give you a full guide on connecting these two devices and … Read more
Google Chromecast is one great little device, adding some cool features to your TV. It’s excellent when it comes to increasing the usability of an older TV set. Since the gen one came to the market, I’ve been using one on various TVs, and I love it. However, sometimes it can be tricky to troubleshoot … Read more
Xfinity is a fantastic provider, and any of the plans you sign up for will give you the ability to watch amazing content! But what happens if you’re not able to access the On Demand content you’re paying for? Instead of spending hours troubleshooting, you can spend a few minutes reading this article. There’s a … Read more
Google is a powerful telecommunications company that constantly rises to match with other network providers to fulfill the needs of their consumers. It mainly works as a search engine, but the company has been striving to offer Internet services to its consumers over the years. We have seen its investment in improving Wi-Fi networks and … Read more
Apple ecosystem is one of the best platforms to be online. If you’re connected to a Wi-Fi network on Mac, you can use it to share the password to your iPhone. We’ve done a lot of digging and came up with a guide on how to share a Wi-Fi password from Mac to iPhone. Before … Read more
A stable internet connection is pivotal in this digital era. However, a consistent Wi-Fi connection is not always a guarantee. Your Wi-Fi might keep dropping when you least expect it, much to your chagrin. If your Wi-Fi keeps dropping, you won’t stream your favorite programs, make video calls, or browse the internet. Connection drops can … Read more
Hitachi doesn’t need any introductions as far as Smart TVs are concerned. The Japanese/Turkish company produces top-quality units at affordable prices. But just like any other electronic, Hitachi TVs are prone to various malfunctions. Some customers have complained that their Smart TVs connect to Wi-Fi, but they cannot access the internet to stream their favorite … Read more
NETGEAR is an American company that mainly deals with computer networking and networking-related hardware. They are one of the leading companies to manufacture wired and wireless technology. Their products globally include Wi-Fi routers, VPN firewalls, and Orbi mesh Wi-Fi systems. It is important to note that this company is not an Internet Service Provider, but … Read more
Many things can affect your upload speed. That is why you should do everything in your power to fix this issue. The upload speed problem is even more important to solve with Virgin Media, as it runs on the DOCSIS technology. That means that upload speeds are only a part of what users get on … Read more
AT&T has a rich history in the many years it has been operational. The company has a broad customer base and appeals to users with varying wireless network needs. Indeed, AT&T has gone over and beyond to provide customers with the necessary information regarding their services and products. Apart from easy access to AT&T device … Read more
There are many different reasons why you’re not able to properly connect your Samsung TV to the internet. Luckily, most of them are easily fixed in a few simple steps! What to Do If Your Samsung Smart TV is the Problem In order to solve the issue, it’s important to first find the device that’s … Read more
Your Verizon FiOS wireless network appears to be working properly, but you can’t connect to the internet? Before contacting customer support, we prepared a few troubleshooting steps to go through. There’s a chance that you’ll be able to fix your problem on your own in just a couple of minutes! Troubleshooting the Verizon FiOS Wi-Fi … Read more
Many users admire and praise the Apple ecosystem for its seamless integration between devices and services. You won’t be surprised to find a home having multiple Apple devices, from phone to TV. Apple TV is gaining more attention from Apple users who realize how easy it is to integrate the TV into the Apple ecosystem. … Read more
LG is undoubtedly one of the most popular electronics brands out there. However, this doesn’t mean their products are faultless. For some reason, your LG TV might have issues accessing the internet, yet it shows it’s connected to Wi-Fi. If your TV cannot access the internet, you can’t stream your favorite movies and programs. You … Read more
If you’re having some troubles with your Wi-Fi speeds or security, or you are concerned that someone might be using your network without permission, and you want to remove that person and its device, you’ve come to the right place. This article will explain two ways how to remove devices from your CenturyLink router and … Read more
An Amazon Firestick is a revolutionary streaming device. It’s so small, just like a regular flash drive. The Firestick package comes with a Fire TV Stick, remote, USB cable, power adapter, HDMI extender, and batteries. Plug the Firestick into a TV, and you can stream thousands of movies and videos on the platforms such as … Read more
Samsung is a household name in the world of electronics. The company is renowned for producing high-quality entertainment units, including smart TVs. All Samsung products come with warranty coverage, but this doesn’t mean you won’t face any issues with your Samsung smart TV. You might be able to connect your smart TV to your wireless … Read more
Spectrum cable boxes are a standard utility in many homes, especially for people who prefer fast access to their favorite shows. Although, an error dialogue box can occasionally appear on the screen stating that you are in limited mode. Keep reading, and you will learn how to sort out this very annoying issue. Causes of … Read more
Are you unable to access the Spectrum On Demand content? Luckily, we’re here to help you get back to binge-watching your favorite program in no time! Today, we prepared a list of the On Demand issues users frequently experience and the easiest ways to fix them! Five Most Common Spectrum On Demand Problems 1. On … Read more
When you conduct a speed test, the word ping and a random value will often be part of the results. The ping rate immensely affects your experience online, be it for gaming, streaming, or downloading and uploading content. This article tackles all aspects of ping, especially what the preferable ping rate should be for various … Read more
As the world shifts towards Smart buildings and automation, wireless networks have become the core of this new technology. Nearly every modern building has can access the internet via Wi-Fi, a wireless technology that allows you to connect your devices to the web. Setting up a wireless network can help avoid running wires all over … Read more
It’s difficult to explain what port forwarding is to beginners. But, the simplest definition of port forwarding action is directing traffic from the outside sources to a server inside the local network. Its main purpose is to make services in an internal network available to those outside of it by remapping the IP address’s destination. … Read more
Since you clicked on this article, we know you’re here looking for an easy way to set up your Cox Panoramic Wi-Fi network. We will not only take you through the easiest method of configuring your network, but we’ll also provide you with an alternative in case the first one doesn’t work. So, without further … Read more
Xfinity offers a wide array of services. Their cable TV service is a favorite since it gives access to various shows. Xfinity provides TV services through TV boxes that come in different models. Xfinity TV subscribers often face a problem where the TV box is stuck on boot without any foreseeable change. This article looks … Read more
Would you like to learn how to check how many devices are connected to Wi-Fi when it gets congested? Well, there are many ways you can do that. This post will show several methods to tell you the number of devices connected to your Wi-Fi network at a given time. The steps are pretty straightforward, … Read more
Sometimes, it’s nice to let other people know about your wireless network. If you have the fastest and latest Wi-Fi, you’d want to swagger a little bit and give it a fancy name that shows its value. However, that’s not always a good idea. Broadcasting your wireless network to the public exposes it to intruders. … Read more
When we look for an ISP (Internet Service Provider) to commit to, we look for one that’s fast, reliable, and secure. It’s only natural to do a bit of research before you opt for the best one. The situation is the same for the hardware your ISP offers. It needs to be reliable and safe. … Read more
It’s okay to be a fan of any Google product because they’re quite good, and Chromebook is great because it runs on Chrome OS which is meant to work well with web apps and the Chrome browser. So, if you are a proud owner of such a device, we hope that you’re enjoying the impressive … Read more
There are so many things we can do with wireless technology at the moment. There’s regular wireless internet access, wireless location tracking, even vehicles can communicate via wireless technology. So many uses, and still, we can experience so many connection issues with wireless. That’s why we’ve decided to discuss why our Wi-Fi keeps disconnecting on … Read more
Logging in using a password is probably an outdated way to get access to a program. Nowadays, it’s so much easier to log in automatically using Google, Windows, or Facebook. Some devices allow login with fingerprint and face recognition. Millennials really like this kind of shortcut, but they don’t realize sometimes you need a real … Read more
As a popular messaging application, Snapchat lets us send videos and photos instead of texts. They’re called snaps because they disappear after the person that received them sees them. It comes with all sorts of filters that can enhance the videos and photos. However, it’s only good as long as it works, and many users … Read more
BT Wi-Fi disc helps you extend the internet signal to your whole house and makes the internet connection much better! But, before you start enjoying your new gadget, you’ll need to set it up. Thankfully, if you follow our easy steps, you’ll be able to make the most of your fast internet connection in no … Read more
Yes! Like any other computer that can receive data and updates from outside, a wireless router can get infected with a virus. “Wait, What? The router is not a computer!” – you say. Are you sure? Even though they are a piece of networking equipment, routers are computers, too. Very specialized computers, but still computers … Read more
Verizon (formerly known as Bell Atlantic Corporation) is a telecommunications and broadband provider from the US (headquartered in New York). It was founded in Delaware in 1947. It received its current name in 2000. The term “Verizon” (from the Latin word “Veritas”) was chosen because it represents security and reliability. This company has over 130,000 … Read more
Most operators have a not-so-new and very interesting feature called Wi-Fi Calling. It’s the same with H2o wireless. They have the feature, and it’s a pretty good one when you’re stuck with no signal but you have Wi-Fi. In this article, we’re going to discuss what H2o Wireless Wi-Fi Calling is, but we’re also going … Read more
Hewlett-Packard (HP) is a US company, based in Palo Alto, California that manufactures computers, printers, scanners, and many other related computer hardware and peripherals. It was founded in 1939, and today, it has over 50,000 employees. HP has offices all over the world and is considered one of the leaders in this field. Even if … Read more
iPad is a type of tablet computer that is manufactured and marketed by Apple Inc. They use iOS and iPadOS operating systems. Apple introduced the first iPad in 2010, and 9 generations have been produced to date. It is one of the most popular tablets in the world at the moment. Since 2020, more than … Read more
When running network diagnostics, you can come across all types of errors. This is a very simple way of saying that all sorts of things can go wrong with your connection. Nevertheless, there’s always a way to fix them. One of them is that DHCP is not enabled for Wi-Fi on Windows 10. This makes … Read more
If your Cox Panoramic Wi-Fi isn’t working, the problem is likely either external or with your device or modem. No matter what it is, we’ll help you get your internet connection back in no time! Reasons Why Your Cox Panoramic Wi-Fi Is Not Working 1. There is an Outage in Your Area In case you … Read more
Wireless is supposed to be the main way of connecting to the internet, to different devices, etc. It has advanced so much that we now have Wi-Fi 6 E which is supposed to provide better connectivity than the previous 5GHz. However, let’s go back a step. The 5GHz is currently one of the most common … Read more
It’s not exaggerated to say that Wi-Fi has taken over our lives. Since more than 20 years ago, people have been using many Wi-Fi compatible devices such as PCs, smartphones, smart TVs, printers, gaming consoles, security cameras, etc. That’s why when the Wi-Fi network is not showing up in Windows 10, you panic quickly. There … Read more
AT&T is a multinational corporation from America that provides a wide range of services. Some of the areas where it operates with great success are mobile and fixed telephony, network security, broadband internet, etc. It is the world’s largest telecommunications company. In the United States, they stand out especially in mobile telephony and are the … Read more
Being subscribe to a great package from your ISP (Internet Service Provider) means nothing if your Windows 10 Wi-Fi doesn’t have a valid IP configuration. Apart from not being able to connect to the internet, you can run into trouble trying to access your local area network. That’s why we’ve decided to share with you … Read more
There’s nothing better than enjoying a good PS4 gaming round after a hard day’s work. The graphics and the gameplay are incredible. That’s what PS4 is all about, and they make good on their promises. However, there are more and more people reporting that their PS4 keeps disconnecting from Wi-Fi, and this is what we’re … Read more
While FCC defines 25 Mbps as the benchmark speed for broadband internet and basically says that 25 Mbps is the download speed that differentiates ‘’good’’ from ‘’bad’’ internet, many people would not agree. In this article, we will try to answer the question from the title and see how fast 25 Mbps actually is. Is … Read more
In one of our previous articles, we’ve discussed how fast 25 Mbps is and what you can do with that kind of speed. We’ve even said a few words about online gaming with 25 Mbps in that article, but we still feel that there’s so much more to tell about online gaming. Our main topic … Read more
Knowing how to connect your Apple TV to hotel Wi-Fi can come in handy when you’re on a vacation, traveling, or on a business trip. It’s just something to enjoy in your spare time. IT’s great when you’re traveling with kids as well. However, most people report having an issue connecting their Apple TV to … Read more
Turning off Xfinity Wi-Fi at night, whether to have a good night’s sleep or conserve bandwidth, can be tricky. The Xfinity Gateways are available in different versions, so it could be hard to find the correct procedure. Fortunately, below is a consolidated guide on different ways to disable Xfinity Wi-Fi regardless of the gateway version … Read more