How To Make An Ethernet Cross-Over Cable
Ethernet cabling has been standard in networking installation for years. It’s the fastest way of connecting PCs together - to your router or a central switch. Sure, you could go wireless, but the truth is that wireless internet is still slow for anything high bandwidth and is particularly susceptible to interference. A good network cable can go for 100m or more at gigabit speeds.
7 Odd Windows Features That Will Make You Wonder
Vulkan Run Time Libraries and other confusing Windows files could make you suspect malware. But these weird files are harmless! Let's see what they do.
7 Best Tools to Troubleshoot Network Issues
Do you have a networking issue? Or just want to know more about your home network? These seven tools can help you analyze and troubleshoot your network.
Is Your Router Slow? It Might Be Your NAT Table
The NAT table is vital to your internet connection. It is responsible for processing thousands of connections, everyday. But is it up to the challenge? Is it responsible for your ever-slowing router?
5 Networking Commands for the Linux Terminal
You can get a lot done in the command line in Linux, including managing and troubleshooting network issues. Find out about the new ip command, wget, ping, and more.
Networking 101: Ethernet, LANs, and How They Work
Even for modern users, the language surrounding home networking can be a little confusing. What's a LAN? Why do I need an Ethernet cable? Isn't it all the same?
What's the Difference Between SSH vs. VPN and Which Is More Secure?
SSH and VPNs aren't competing technology. They solve different problems. But when should you use one over the other?
Network Storage Solutions Explained: Cloud vs. NAS vs. SAN vs. DAS
We are a civilization of data creators. However, storage runs out. Networked-storage solutions are extremely useful, but what type is right for you? If you're unsure, we've explained the four main types.
How to Disable and Remove HomeGroup for Windows
Disabling the HomeGroup not only improves the performance of Windows, it can also dramatically increase your network connection speed. We'll show you how it's done.
6 Reasons to Upgrade Your Wireless Router
Is your wireless router old and outdated? You may be missing out on several newer features that can improve your connection quality and make your life easier.
TerraMaster F2-220 NAS Review
The F2-220 2-bay NAS enclosure by TerraMaster is a sub-$200 personal backup and storage solution. It has a dual core Intel CPU, and can handle up to 16TB of storage.
The 3 Easiest Ways to Share a Printer Over a Network
You can share your one printer with multiple PCs across a local network. We explain how to set this up in Windows. We also show you alternative ways to share your printer.
How to Directly Connect to a Raspberry Pi Without Internet
The versatility of the Raspberry Pi means that at some point you're bound to be using it outdoors, beyond the reach of your wireless network. So how can you communicate with it?
Huge Deal on TP-Link Networking, Logitech Accessories, and Much More [US/CA]
You can get deals on Logitech keyboards, webcams, and more. Plus, they have TP-Link deals with routers, range extenders, powerline kits, and just about any home networking device you can image.
8 Tips to Effectively Boost Your Wireless Router Signal
If your wireless router's signal doesn't seem to reach very far, or if your signal keeps dropping for some weird reason, here are a few things you can do that might fix it.
Thursday Deals: Alienware SteamOS Machine, MOTA Quadcopter, and a Go-Pro Baseball Hat [UK]
Some excellent deals today on SteamOS gaming consoles, drones, privacy-protecting shredders, flash drives, and a Go-Pro baseball hat (Go-Pro sadly not included).
How to Flush the DNS Cache in Mac OS X
DNS errors are frustrating, but luckily you can banish them from your Mac by clearing the cache in just a few moments.
Why You Should Use a Router Even With Only One PC
Every household with internet access should be using a router, even if there's only one PC connected to the network. Here are a few compelling reasons why.
What's the Best Router for Ending Rental Fees?
Internet providers don't win ethics awards. Just the opposite – they perennially rank among the least liked companies in the United States. Stop paying them rental fees! Here are the best modem-routers around!
What Are Travel Routers & How Do You Set One Up?
When traveling to hotels, you probably waste lots of time connecting devices to the hotel's Wi-Fi. Travel routers can help you get around that and make your life easier.