In recent years, smart plugs have become some of the most popular energy-saving devices on the market. They allow you to run your appliances on a set schedule or simply prevent waste due to “vampire power”. Even better, they give you the ability to turn power on and off remotely, using your smartphone. But not …
The internet is an ever increasingly dangerous place as cybercriminals create more sophisticated ways of stealing your data or breaking into your system. When combined with the fact that people are relying on their computers for more sensitive matters such as banking, not only are you more exposed technologically but also personally. If your data …
Even the best router sometimes doesn’t have enough power to reach all the trouble spots in your home or office. Long distances, metal structural components, and even walls full of wiring and conduit can create an effective barrier to your wireless signal, which is the reason that attics, corner rooms, and that one conference room …
Have you ever been walking out of your house in the morning streaming some video or on a Wi-Fi call, only to have the call drop? What about having the video simply stop buffering because your phone disconnected from the WiFi the moment you stepped outside? This is a pain that comes with almost every …
If you tinkered around with different wireless options in the early 2000’s, you’re probably familiar with powerline access points. These devices use your home’s electrical wires to transmit a signal across the house. The concept is simple: rather than daisy-chain multiple wireless routers or install Ethernet connections in multiple rooms, you use your home’s existing …