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If you have internet access and live in the U.S. you probably heard about Linksys. It’s a data networking brand of hardware products used by many homeowners and small businesses across the country. As a widespread product manufacturer of mesh Wi-Fi systems, extenders, routers, etc. it’s only logical that some issues happen from time to … Read more

Just like with any other router, when our internet connection starts bugging or gets lost, we instantly take a look at the lights of our wireless router. Each light and its color tell us what’s happening so it’s always better to know these things.  If you have a Belkin router, one of the issues you … Read more

It’s extremely annoying when your ISP (Internet Service Provider) promises you a good modem router combination, and then issues start occurring. That’s the deal with Netgear firmware updates getting stuck. This is supposed to be an otherwise automatic upgrade/update system, and it should happen without you, the user, noticing that it ever happened. So, the … Read more

Spectrum is an American company, based in Stamford, Connecticut. It provides telephone, internet, and television services. It was founded in 1999 (under the name Charter Communications, and since 2014 it bears its current name). This company currently has more than 30 million customers and almost 100,000 employees. If you are a user of the services … Read more

If you are using a Netgear WiFi range extender and you see a red light on it, you are at the right place. In this article we are going to see what the Netgear extender red light means and what you can do to fix it. One of the better solutions besides mesh systems that … Read more

If you’re here looking for the solution for the error message from this title, you’re in the right place. You can read this to fix similar error messages like:  DHCP is not enabled for Ethernet DHCP is not enabled for Local Area Connection So, you experienced problems connecting to the internet, you clicked on network … Read more

The Ethernet WAN port on your Verizon Fios router has the function to connect the router to the internet with a network (Ethernet) cable. When everything works properly the light on the WAN port is ON, but what does it mean when we see the Verizon Fios WAN light OFF? And can we do something … Read more

Xbox is a brand known worldwide for the production of video game consoles. It was created in 2001 by Microsoft, and it’s still owned by Microsoft. Xbox 360 is currently one of the most popular gaming consoles around the world, and if you are a fan, this article will be very interesting for you. We … Read more

The error message ”Gateway Authentication Failure Please Contact Your Service Provider” can be a source of huge frustration. Especially if you are not sure what is going on or what is causing the failure. However, a few simple fixes can help you solve the predicament or, at least, make sure you did everything on your … Read more

Probably each of us has been left without a TV remote at least once, so we all know how unpleasant such situations are. The importance of the remote control is especially evident in modern smart TVs. Connecting your TV to a Wi-Fi network without a remote control is one of the things that may seem … Read more

Have you ever experienced lags and bad network performance while playing your PS4? Did you have situations when you were simply unable to use voice chat during the game session?  Did you ever perform an internet connection test and received a NAT type failed error? If the answer is YES, you’ve come to the right … Read more

Whether you are a new user on an old one, not being able to use Wi-Fi in your home when you need it is undoubtedly a frustrating thing to deal with. If you’ve installed the equipment yourself, you should check a few things to ensure you used a live line and adequately connected the modem … Read more

If you’re wondering how to get Wi-Fi without an internet provider, this means that you’re probably planning a trip somewhere where you don’t have access to your mobile network. It can also mean that you don’t have internet access at home, and you want to do something online. The first thing you should ask yourself … Read more

The company Epson from Japan is engaged in the production of electronic devices: computers, scanners, projectors, televisions, but is best known for the production of computer printers. It was founded back in 1942, and currently has close to 70,000 employees in its branches around the world. If you are currently using or planning to purchase … Read more

Whether you are using a Google Home, Google Home Hub, or Google Home Mini, you can run into the problem of not being able to connect to Wi-Fi. Connectivity problems are more frequent after changing the ISP or remodeling the house, but sometimes even out of the box. This article will explain what steps you … Read more

120 Interesting Facts and Stats About the Internet Use in 2021 We often tend to take the internet, Wi-Fi, and all the other technology that surrounds us for granted. We rarely think about how it all started and where it’s going. Do you know who invented the web? Or how big the internet is today? … Read more

Having problems with the internet connection can be pretty frustrating these days. No matter whether you need to send an urgent email or just play online games or check your social networks, the internet connection has to work. Some Vodafone users have experienced the Vodafone router flashing green issue and this article will give answers … Read more

Just like your Xfinity wireless router, the LED lights on your Xfinity cable box indicate the state and activity of the device. One of the problems that can be seen is the Xfinity Cable Box blinking green. Knowing what this light means and what you need to do to fix it is important because sometimes … Read more

One of the many problems we experience with our internet connection daily is the Mediacom internet connection dropping frequently. Mediacom as an ISP (Internet Service Provider) seems less Xtream than it is. So, it stands to reason that we’re going to experience some trouble with our connection. However, we need to know why we experience … Read more

If you’re not a Verizon subscriber, then you’ve probably heard about it because it’s one of the 10 biggest telecommunications companies in the world. Make no mistake, biggest doesn’t mean best, but it is sometimes a measure of service quality. There’s a commonly reported issue on the cloud, and it’s about the Verizon Fios 5G … Read more

This cryptic error message “Incorrect PSK provided for network SSID” will appear when you try to connect to the Wi-Fi network you previously used, but the password was changed since the last time you connected to it.  In other words, the message from the title means – You have the wrong password for the Wi-Fi … Read more

A Wi-Fi network broadcasts the internet signal using radio waves. Like other types of radio signals, Wi-Fi networks suffer signal instability due to interference and obstacles. Interference may come from radio waves from different devices and obstacles usually present in objects, especially the walls and floors. That’s why it’s not advisable to put a router … Read more

Having problems with your satellite internet connection? Wondering if there’s a way to make it faster? Read this article, and you will learn all your need to know about satellite internet – what it is, what its advantages and disadvantages are, and how to get the most out of your satellite internet connection. What is … Read more

If your Wi-Fi works well, then you have nothing to worry about. However, the 5GHz (Gigahertz) band is faster than the 2.4GHz, and if you want a faster transmission in your wireless network, the 5GHz band should work without interference. Spectrum subscribers usually come across this issue. The Spectrum 5G WiFi not working issue is … Read more

I know it sucks when you lose connection to the internet. It’s like getting some dirt in your eyes by your sneaky opponent in a gladiator arena, in this day and age. If you are a loyal subscriber to those wonderful folks at PLDT for all your internet needs, and if even after getting a … Read more

When it first came out, the Eero home Wi-Fi system guaranteed security. But, as the online world keeps getting more and more dangerous, the need for advanced protection arose. The rising threats resulted in Eero Secure. But does Eero secure actually protect you from anything, and is it really worth it? We’ll help you figure … Read more

Many ISPs (Internet Service Providers) have different packages that include TV, internet access, and a SIM card. It’s the same with Virgin Media. They offer multiple package deals, but we’ll be focusing on broadband. Several Virgin Media subscribers have reported that they’re using a Virgin Media hub with no internet access, but they’re connected. So, … Read more

Among many great Sony products such as the PlayStation console, we have the Bravia TV. It’s a smart TV that has similar features to a smartphone. However, even this smart TV has issues sometimes. The main reason we’ve written this article is the issue of having our Sony Bravia TV connected to Wi-Fi but not … Read more

You know those stories about public Wi-Fi networks being dangerous?  Yeah, we all heard about that stuff many times, but who would do that in this small cafe where I hang out every day? And, among all of the people out there, who would even bother with trying to hack me? I don’t know about … Read more

One of the things you are advised to learn when you set up your Velop system is what the different lights on the nodes mean. Generally speaking, they are telling us more about the current network status or some installation and connectivity issues that are happening at the moment. One of the issues we are … Read more

There are tons of internet-related issues we experience daily. One of these issues is that our internet connection becomes slow at some point in the day, and we need to restart our modem to get a faster connection. At this moment, a lot of us think “Why is my internet slow until I restart the … Read more

If you are using the Vodafone broadband connection you must have noticed the lights on it. You surf the internet normally, just like you do every day and all of the sudden there is a problem with the connection. You take a look and see the Vodafone router flashing a red light. Well, this article … Read more

If you are reading this, you probably came across some issue that requires changing the NAT type to fix the problem. Before we explain how to change the NAT type, let’s see what NAT is and why you need to change the NAT type to fix some connectivity issues.  So, let’s take it from the … Read more

Having a good internet connection in every corner of your house is pretty important today. Since standard wireless routers sometimes fail to deliver the signal equally through our home, we need to use a WiFi range extender. It is an excellent solution to boost our wireless signal and enjoy your internet connection. But sometimes the … Read more

Is your modem broken? Is it just old but still functional? Thinking about buying a new one? You’ve come to the right place! In this article, we will list and analyze the most common reasons to replace the modem, give you some tips on how to prolong your modem’s lifespan, and finally tell you how … Read more

After some significant reinstall or upgrade of your system, and sometimes even when someone else on your network was messing around with networking equipment, you’ll get that “No internet access” error message on the bottom of the screen. It can be annoying, especially if you’re unsure what is going on and what caused the problem. … Read more

Belkin routers are a frequent choice of people who like excellent coverage, network performance and security. However, although they are really reliable, users report that they are having problems with the router, specifically the Belkin router blinking blue. The following article will tell you what the blue blinking light usually means and what you can … Read more

Introduction Spectrum offers consumers a wide variety of communication solutions. Among them is internet access. You will encounter problems when using their modem and router from time to time.  What next after getting an error message there’s no internet access, yet everything seems to be working fine? Worry no more; keep reading as we cover … Read more

If you want to boost the performance of your home wireless network then you should consider installing the Linksys Velop system. It is a mesh system consisting of a primary node and other nodes. A pretty handy feature is the LED light on top of the nodes that tells us how the nodes operate. One … Read more

If you’re reading this article, you’re probably wondering what to do when your Xfinity 5GHz is not showing up. That’s the case with Xfinity xFi and other devices provided by Comcast. They experience specific issues like this one. There are reasons this happens, but we need to discuss what wireless radio is first, and afterward, … Read more

Founded in 1928, PLDT is the oldest and largest telecommunications company in the Philippines. If you have got your internet connection through their router/modem and if even after connecting everything, you can’t access the internet, here are a few general things that a regular joe can do to fix the issue. Basics First If after … Read more

Netgear has two versions of Nighthawk X6, it’s the AC3200 Tri-Band Wi-Fi router and the AC3000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi router. Netgear is a good manufacturer, but as with any other excellent piece of hardware, we experience some issues. So, we’re going to discuss why our Netgear Nighthawk X6 is not connecting to the internet, how to … Read more

Each of us has probably lost the remote control at least once, so we know very well how unpleasant such a situation can be. Especially today, in the modern – digital age, televisions are produced with a large number of features and options, and the remote control plays a very important role. Connecting your TV … Read more

Universal Plug and Play is a set of network protocols designed to allow different devices and computers on your network to easily discover and access each other to establish functional network services. UPnP is primarily made to be used in home networks and not in large businesses. It is very convenient from the consumer perspective. … Read more

Practically all the devices we are using today depend on the internet connection in order to work properly. Our tablets, laptops, smartphones, wireless printers, TVs and so on, do their best while they are connected to the internet and the real problem appears when the wireless or wired connection stops working. One of the problems … Read more

Public Wi-Fi can be handy during desperate times or when browsing the internet. It also poses challenges to many people, especially when it comes to logging in. If you are one of them, have no worries as we are going to look at all the possible ways you can connect to a public network using … Read more

Port forwarding is a very important feature of any router because it allows us access to private networks, and vice versa, meaning that with port forwarding you can allow remote access to an item on your network, on your PC, or other devices. It’s mostly used by businesses to provide services such as email, access … Read more

iPads and iPhones are why Android never gets the proper time and space to shine even though it’s just as good if not better. And if you happen to be one of the iPad users, awesome! But even iPhones and iPads break and occasionally don’t do what they are supposed to. If your iPad can’t … Read more

Many Xbox users come across this issue from time to time. There are a few reasons this can happen, but the source can usually be pinned down to the strength and speed of the Wi-Fi or the network settings. As annoying as they might be, most of those causes can be eliminated in just a … Read more

The technology is advancing and looking for more permanent solutions to power usage. Also, most of us use multiple devices daily, and these devices run on batteries. However, the batteries they run on are not that permanent. So, we come up with different ways to save battery life and improve the performance of our devices. … Read more

Steam is a great online game platform. But, regardless of how great it is, it can still create some problems for its users from time to time. Many of us encountered the same problem over the years – the inability to connect to the Steam network. This message can seem random and affect only specific … Read more

When our Wi-Fi keeps dropping, it’s a very persistent and annoying issue that we need to fix as soon as possible. This issue happens more often than not with Spectrum routers, and sometimes it’s not even a problem with the router. Sometimes our Spectrum Wi-Fi keeps dropping because our ISP (Internet Service Provider) is experiencing … Read more

Look, like every other machine you have ever bought, MacBook fumbles every now and then. So, if after connecting to Wi-Fi your MacBook isn’t instantly hooking you up with your favorite complaint forums or Twitter, then let’s hurry and try all the methods listed below one by one. Hopefully, one of them will work for … Read more

“Echo” is a line of smart speakers created and marketed by Amazon and that is why the full name of this brand is Amazon Echo. The original Amazon Echo smart speaker also has its own version of smaller dimensions – Amazon Echo Dot. The Amazon Echo Dot looks a lot like a hockey puck. On … Read more

The error message “We Can’t Set Up Mobile Hotspot. Turn on WI-FI” is very annoying, and flipping that slider under “share my internet connection with other devices” to ON, just to see it going back to OFF on its own is, for sure, a very frustrating sight. This statement becomes even more true if you … Read more

Are you having a problem with your iPhone not working after connecting it to Wi-Fi? Keep reading because this piece has a few simple techniques to help you solve the issue.  We can all agree that the iPhone is a fantastic technology that uses Apple’s iOS mobile operating system. Steve Jobs, the former Apple CEO, … Read more

Two routers on one network? Although you don’t see this too often, it is possible and is done in certain situations: To enable the use of more wireless devices – the second router is used to upgrade the wired network. The second router increases the WiFi range of the home network – it’s used as … Read more

Having a high-speed internet connection is practically a must today, and fiber internet connection is an excellent choice for that. Although Google Fiber is doing pretty great in providing excellent internet service for its users, some of them experience connectivity problems from time to time accompanied with the Google Fiber network box blinking red. Knowing … Read more

You started experiencing some issues while browsing the internet or while trying to download/upload some content. You ran the Network troubleshooter and received the message – One or more network protocols are missing? What does this message mean? How will you find out what is missing, why it’s missing, and how to get it back? … Read more

The popularity of Google Wi-Fi routers is growing day by day. This is not a surprise considering the name behind the product. The Google Wi-Fi router quality is top-notch and besides the plenty of features that help us create an excellent mesh network, we have to mention the LED light that goes all around the … Read more

Just like other wireless routers, the Xfinity routers have a set of status LED lights that indicate the activity and the status of your network and the connection. Basically, these LED lights are a sure sign to tell you what’s going on at the moment. Depending on the activity or the problem you are experiencing … Read more

A Wi-Fi’s network terms and conditions page usually contains information about the network, how to connect to it, and what you can do once you’re connected. It also includes the legal terms and conditions that govern your use of the network. Oftentimes, these terms and conditions are displayed in a pop-up window when you first … Read more

Most users are extremely satisfied with Verizon’s services, but just like other ISPs, there are some problems that can occur sometimes. In such situations it is good to know that you can try to fix this on your own. We normally want to have a steady and reliable internet connection, so any problems have to … Read more

Unlike some other routers that have multiple LED lights, the Verizon Fios router comes with a Unified Button that changes its color depending on the status of the network. Knowing what each color means is important because it can help us find a solution for a specific problem much faster. In this article, we are … Read more

We can all agree about privacy being one of our top priorities when we are online. Whether you are a school student, an employee, or a tourist, you want to be sure no one can get to your texts and other private digital possessions when you connect to the Wi-Fi network in a school, workplace … Read more

ZTE Corporation offers high-quality, efficient, and easy-to-use network solutions. ZTE Wi-Fi network routers are used by companies and individuals around the world! Whether you have forgotten your Wi-Fi password or you just want to secure your network, wouldn’t it be great to know how to change the ZTE Wi-Fi password yourself? Regardless of the router … Read more

There have been many reports from users trying to connect their Samsung tablet to Wi-Fi but there’s no internet. When we see that our Samsung tablet is connected to Wi-Fi but no internet connection is in sight, we need to think about the situation. The first thing we should understand is why this happens. The … Read more

The LED lights on your wireless router are of great help because they will inform you of what’s happening at the moment with your network and connection. Whether the light is blinking or it’s solid, or it’s green, orange, blue, white, or red – all of these colors and behaviors tell us more about a … Read more

The Netgear router status lights are there to provide visual information about the current connection status of your network as well as the devices connected to it wirelessly or over the network cable. The red light on your Netgear router is something you don’t see quite often unless there is a problem with it. This … Read more

Many users across the internet report an issue with Windows 10 showing no internet access, but the internet works. Microsoft has released some updates and some versions of Windows 10 that have this issue. Sometimes Windows 10 has no internet access when it’s showing the “no internet access” notification, and we need to understand why, … Read more

Keeping our personal data and information is something we should take very seriously today. Amongst many other ways to achieve that, in this article, we are going to discuss the security of our network and how to change an unsecured wireless network to a secured one.  But first, let’s see why it is important to … Read more

Do you ever see a DSL light blinking green on your modem and wonder what it means? Rest assured, you are not alone. Many people have seen this light and don’t know what it signifies. Today, we’re going to tell you all about the DSL light blinking green problem and what it means for your … Read more

There are several things that bother us when we need a good internet connection, good speed, and a suitable environment to do what we need to do online. One commonly reported issue is that our Asus router is not getting full speed. To understand what’s happening and how we can resolve this inconvenience, we need … Read more

Every wireless router today has one or more lights that indicate what’s going on with the connection and the network in general. We are used to seeing them being solid or flashing but when specific issues occur it is good to know to interpret what the LED lights are telling us. This can point us … Read more

Cricket Wireless mobile network is one of the leading mobile network service providers. Although it is a network service on its own, it also operates as a mobile virtual network operator. Thus, the company lacks its infrastructure, such as cell towers, and buys usage rights from other providers.  Cricket Wireless offers prepaid phone plans that … Read more

As one of the leading ISPs (Internet Service Providers), Xfinity tries to keep up with the trends. The latest Xfinity routers and gateways come in a very slick design, and we’re not exactly used to these smooth-looking devices.  Because of that, it’s hard to find the Xfinity router WPS button. That’s why this article discusses … Read more

Unstable Internet connection or complete outages can be pretty frustrating today, especially because most of the devices we use require a working internet connection in order to work properly. One of the things we normally do when we experience some internet connection problems is taking a look at the router and checking the lights. In … Read more

It’s not uncommon for our home network router to reset out of the blue. Users report this as one of the most common issues with routers. The thing is that everything needs to reboot at some point, but the problem occurs when the router keeps resetting. Imagine not sleeping for weeks, eventually we would collapse … Read more

Netgear offers a series of magnificent home and business solution products, and a very popular home product line is the Nighthawk router. It’s a router that’s present in many homes and keeps the internet running smoothly throughout them. However, sometimes we experience a glitch when there’s no Wi-Fi. There’s internet access, but there’s no signal … Read more

Astro Njoi is a Malaysian pay-TV service provider owned and operated by MEASAT Broadcast Network Systems. It is Malaysia’s first Direct-To-Home (DTH) satellite TV service using the global standard DVB-S2 platform and offers HDTV services. Astro Njoi provides its users with a viewing card and a receiver, which is used to decode the channels that … Read more

Home appliances make complicated and daunting tasks a walkthrough, giving people more time to attend to other aspects of their lives. Manufacturers are constantly working to make these devices more efficient and easier to operate by incorporating various features. One such improvement is connecting devices like bulbs, washing machines, vehicles, and refrigerators to the internet.  … Read more

The internet has slowly grown to become an essential aspect of everyday life. Often, we take advantage of its resourcefulness without the curiosity to understand how things work. But if you are even slightly curious, you must have come across the term IP address.  Simply put, IP addresses facilitate communication over the internet (we will … Read more

For all Tenda router users trying to get the maximum performance from their wireless connection, this guide should be really useful. In addition to a detailed explanation of the procedure for updating the Tenda router, we will discuss some of the most important facts related to the router update. What Is Router Update and Why … Read more

When someone wonders how to connect routers to telephone lines, it’s probably because they’re using DSL (Digital Subscriber Line). If we were using cable, we wouldn’t be wondering about this. Connecting a router to a telephone line is something we can’t do because we don’t connect a router to a telephone line. We connect a … Read more

Most people don’t differentiate between regular digital landline phones and VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) phones. That’s why we end up answering questions such as “How to connect a landline phone to a modem?” In our efforts to simplify and further explain the topic, we’ve decided to discuss what landline phone technology is, what VoIP … Read more

NOTE: In this article, we will talk about setting up an Ethernet LAN router. If you are looking for instructions on how to configure the Wi-Fi router, please click HERE. Modern switches for home and small office networks are mostly unmanaged, PnP (plug and play). All you have to do, once you set up the … Read more

This error message on your computer screen means that you are a Google Chrome user without a connection to the internet. Or, to be more accurate, Chrome is programmed to display a specific page whenever the browser is not able to connect to the internet. It sends out requests for the data to some addresses … Read more

If you’re wondering how to find the modem IP address behind the router, then you should know that you can’t find one. The router and the modem are two separate pieces of hardware unless you have a combination of the two in one device. To clarify how you can find the IP address of your … Read more

If you’re wondering how to get an IP address of your wireless router, you probably need it to do something like access your router’s settings and make adjustments. The question is quite common, and we’ve provided some answers. However, before we get on with your wireless router’s IP address location, we need to explain what … Read more

If you’re typing “Can I plug my router into any phone socket?” in the search engine, you’re definitely using a DSL (Digital subscriber line) internet service provider. There’s a difference between DSL and cable internet service providers. Also, there’s a difference between routers and modems, and the cables we can plug into a phone socket. … Read more

You want to get internet access at your home. Depending on where you live and who your Internet Service Provider (ISP) is, they might provide you with all the required equipment and send a team to set everything up. But, if you are less fortunate, they might just lease you the equipment or let you … Read more

There are few things more frustrating than having to deal with bad internet speeds. You’ll have to wait longer for sites to load and those few seconds tend to add up and waste valuable time. This is especially true in a business setting when each small is also an additional expense.  One of the ways … Read more

Keeping or wireless network secure is pretty important. One of the things we have to know is how to block a device from WiFi. This practically means that only authorized and recognized devices should be connected to our WiFi. Any other device could be from someone with no good intentions that can have access to … Read more

Every router manufacturer recommends us to update router firmware regularly. A new firmware version will fix some bugs, protect you from new security vulnerabilities, add some new features and even increase internet speeds. At the same time, if you are having problems with your wireless network or internet connection, a router firmware update can help … Read more

We are sure you have seen the WPS button on your router, but do you know what is it for and how to use it? In the following article we are going to explain the WPS meaning and how you can use and whether you should use the WPS button on your router. So, let’s … Read more

A network security key is the password we use to connect to a wireless network. In order to connect to a wireless network, you will be asked to enter a network security key. By providing that key you prove that you are authorized to connect to the network.   NOTE: The Network Security Key is … Read more

Find the default router IP address if  you plan to secure your wireless network by changing the default router login details, or by changing the network name and setting up a strong Wi-Fi password. All of this can’t be done without the default router IP. Luckily, it is quite easy to find the router IP … Read more