Networking Archive

It wasn’t long ago that the average home only had one or two connected devices. You might own a family PC with an internet connection, and maybe a work computer. That was about it. More recently, smartphones, tablets, and connected game consoles have become the norm. But this can be managed by any halfway-decent WiFi router. There’s no need for any kind of complicated solution. …

In an ideal world, setting up your home network would be easy. You’d plug in your modem, connect your router, and you’d instantly have WiFi coverage over the entire house. But not everybody is ideally set up for a single WiFi router. For example, what if you have a ranch home? Because the space is so spread out, that 2,500-square foot may only cover 1,000. …

Modern wireless routers provide good coverage over most homes. A good mesh system can even cover most office buildings. But there are situations where that isn’t practical. For instance, many older homes have interior brick or stone walls that are death to wireless signals. Similarly, offices can have metal construction and brick walls that can obstruct your signal. This can pose challenges for businesses and …

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 …

Moving a network connection across great distances can be tough. It’s a large part of the reason why people switch to fiber optic connections. After about 100ft, Ethernet cables and their copper construction just don’t cut it. Which makes fiber connections essential for people who are trying to connect to the internet from isolated portions of a complex, separate buildings, or another area that’s generally …