Our series of articles about network equipment is here to help you learn about Ethernet cables, coaxial cables, range extenders, MoCA adapters, and all the other network equipment in your home.
Our buying guides will help you understand the differences between various cable types and choose the best ones for your needs. We will assist you in finding the perfect wi-fi extender or mesh system for your home.
When buying a good-quality Ethernet cable, you might easily conclude that a higher number in the name usually means a higher-quality Ethernet cable. So, for example, a standard Cat 6 cable will always have better characteristics than a standard Cat 5e or Cat 5, and so on. This is also the case with Cat 7 … Read more
Even though we all love using Wi-Fi and pretty much hate running ethernet wires, the truth is that when we need a high-speed and reliable internet connection, the Wi-Fi will hardly ever be as good as the good old ethernet cable. There are a couple of reasons for that, one of them simply being that … Read more
While some people may call them outdated, wireless range extenders are still widely used devices that increase internet coverage in households around the world. If you’re considering purchasing this gadget and placing it outdoors, you will definitely need our help. The majority of extenders are easy to set up, but their placement can be tricky. … Read more
Whether you are wiring your entire home for ethernet or you need a single run of Ethernet cable, Cat 6 and its younger “cousin” Cat 6A will probably be your best friends if you are not sure which type of Ethernet cable to use. They are cheap, reliable, and can support ten-gigabit Ethernet speeds. Cat … Read more
If you have a large home, the WiFi signal that you get from your main modem/router might not be enough to cover every corner of your place with a strong and stable WiFi connection. While some WiFi antenna hacks could make your WiFi router’s signal stronger or emit better in a certain direction, the most … Read more
Gaming and streaming require high-speed and low-latency internet connection. So obviously, the best thing to do for your gaming setup when connecting to the internet is to have a direct, wired connection with your modem/router using an ethernet cable. Simply put, there’s hardly anything that can beat a good old ethernet cable when it comes … Read more
Coaxial cables are widely used in home installations to transfer TV and internet signals, and one of the most commonly used cables for this kind of installation is the RG6 coaxial cable. In other words, if you have existing coaxial wiring in your home, the chances are that an RG6 cable is used there. However, … Read more
Running a stable and fast internet connection throughout your entire home is not always an easy thing to do, especially when you have a large home and various devices (like smart TVs, DVRs, gaming consoles, PCs) that connect to the internet at the same time and require high speed and stable internet connection. Even though … Read more
You just moved in and want to get high-speed cable internet throughout your entire home? Or you already have the internet, but you would like to extend your network to other parts of your home that are not covered with the WiFi signal or Ethernet? There’s hardly anything that can beat coaxial cables when it … Read more
Looking for an easy and affordable way to add Wi-Fi connectivity to your PC? There’s nothing easier or cheaper than buying a Wi-Fi dongle for PC. We are here today to discuss USB Wi-Fi adapters, tell you all about the benefits of having one, analyze their downsides, explore various types of wi-fi dongles for PC, … Read more
Having problems with your Comcast xFinity gateway? The speeds that you’re getting match your internet plan, but the range and coverage are not great? Don’t worry – you can fix that easily, and you don’t even have to spend a fortune on a fix. The solution we’re about to discuss in this article is buying … Read more
You finally have those crazy download and upload speeds that you’ve dreamt of for years, but you don’t have Wi-Fi in every corner of your house. Your AT&T fiber gateway simply can’t cover the entire place. Don’t worry, there’s a quick (and fairly affordable) fix that can make things much better – you should buy … Read more
You have just subscribed to Verizon Fios fiber internet, you’ve got your new Fios router, and you cannot be happier with the speeds that you are getting. However, the range is not the best – you have one or several dead spots, and you’re now looking for a solution. The most convenient solution is getting … Read more