Networking Archive

Temperature and humidity can affect your health. In fact, people who suffer from asthma are mostly suffering from problems related to dampness. In the interests of health, most homes are actually too humid, which can facilitate the growth of fungi, mites, and the like. Of course, dry air can be just as bad. Viruses are capable of spreading easier when skin, mucous membranes, and eyes …

Not long ago, the average home might have a handful of connected devices. Most people would have a family PC, and little else. If you worked from home, you might have a second computer or a network printer. That was about it. But as technology has moved on, we’ve all started to rely on more connected devices. For instance, many people save money on phone …

In a modern home, a good WiFi signal is almost a necessity. Imagine you’re on vacation, staying with a friend or family member. Within the first few hours, you’re probably going to ask for their WiFi password. If they’re visiting you, they’ll expect the same courtesy. But WiFi isn’t just a useful way to save money on your cell phone’s data plan. It’s also essential …

WiFi is one of those technologies that seems old, but is constantly being upgraded. 802.11a was the original standard, but 802.11b was the first to become popular with the public. Since then, we’ve gone through 802.11c and 802.11a, with each iteration being a major improvement. Signals have gotten more stable, speeds have gotten higher, and latency has gotten lower. Support for multi-device use has also …

A good router can make all the difference between a satisfying WiFi experience and a disappointing one. But what exactly makes a good router? Like most aspects of technology, this is constantly changing over time. As technology advances, we expect our routers to do more and more things. Take an early WiFi router from the year 2000, when 802.11b first rolled out. There were no …