Articles by Emil S.

Ways to Connect Your Roku to Wi-Fi
Published: May 26, 2020, 1:16 p.m. in WiFi / Wi-Fi, Tutorial, RokuThe Roku company’s line of digital media devices makes it affordable and a snap to stream your favorite movies and shows. But first, they need Internet access before you can enjoy more than 5,000 channels that are waiting to stream to your home. Three Types of Roku Devices The Roku …
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Upgrading Your Router’s Firmware
Published: May 26, 2020, 11:11 a.m. in Tutorial, Wireless RouterThe router is the most vital part of any home’s Wi-Fi network setup. It connects your computer and all your devices and makes it possible for them to access the Internet. It also functions as a firewall that protects those devices and the delicate information they hold from any intrusion …
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What is Internet Streaming, and How Does it Work?
Published: May 25, 2020, 2:02 p.m. in Streaming, Internet BrowsingToday’s high-speed Internet connections make video calls, video conferencing, online gaming, and streaming of high-definition movies possible. Broadband lends itself particularly well to different types of streaming. Streaming enables the uninterrupted transmission of multimedia content like music and video files in real-time. It allows the user to enjoy the material as …
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Wi-Fi Frequency: 2.4 GHz vs. 5 GHz
Published: May 22, 2020, 5:52 a.m. in WiFi / Wi-Fi, Internet Speed, Wi-Fi FrequencyWhen it comes to wireless signaling frequencies, the 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz has its strengths and weaknesses. Here, we will discuss the factors that you should consider when it comes to choosing the right frequency band. Compatibility All modern Wi-Fi devices can use 2.4 GHz connections. Some equipment can …
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The Best DD-WRT Routers of 2020.
Published: May 22, 2020, 3:15 a.m. in Router, Reviews, DD-WRTWith the mind-numbing array of options available out there, we’ve rounded up the best DD-WRT routers in 2020 that will make it simpler to find the best that suits your needs. These are handpicked from relevant categories that we hope will help make things a little bit easier for you. …
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A Guide on Viewing Internet Explorer Websites on Mac
Published: May 21, 2020, 8:34 a.m. in Internet Explorer, macOS, TutorialIn previous years, Internet Explorer used to be the leading web browser. This is not until browsers like Google Chrome, Edge, and Safari came into the picture and knocked the Internet Explorer out of the throne. These new web browsers offered internet users better security and faster connections. They utilized …
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Avoiding Interference by Changing Your Wi-Fi Channel.
Published: May 20, 2020, 8:09 a.m. in WiFi / Wi-Fi, Tutorial, Wi-Fi ChannelChanging your Wi-Fi channel number can help your router have a stronger signal. Your Wi-Fi channel matters because it can minimize the amount of interference you can get. Wireless networks send signals through a radiofrequency range. The 2.4 GHz radiofrequency is the most used frequency band - it is used by …
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What is 3GP? How to open, edit and convert this file type?
Published: May 20, 2020, 8:09 a.m. in Videos, Tutorial, 3GPIt’s a multimedia file format recognizable by its 3GP file extension created by a standards organization named 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) that develops protocols used in the mobile phone industry. Specifically, it’s a video and audio container format that they originally intended to be used by 3rd generation smartphones, …
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Introduction to All Kinds of Area Networks Explained
Published: May 19, 2020, 8:31 a.m. in Internet Connection, WAN, LAN, VLANWhat's the difference between LAN and WAN and other networks? A method to classify the several types of computer networks is by their scale or scope. Historically, the networking community refers to most designs as an area network variant. Here are the most common area networks types: LAN: Local Area Network …
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Top 10 Secure Routers of 2020
Published: May 19, 2020, 3:42 a.m. in Router, Security, ReviewsMost people would buy a router, and if it works just fine, they will continue to ignore it for years. A router is what sits between all of your computing devices and the World Wide Web behind your modem. A typical router firewall may not be enough to protect you …
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