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review ASUS ZenWiFi BD4 Outdoor review: Weatherproof Wi-Fi for your backyard!

ASUS ZenWiFi BD4 Outdoor review: Weatherproof Wi-Fi for your backyard!

Living in a spacious home with a yard, an outdoor garage, and a pool has its perks. However, these homes need reliable Wi-Fi, both indoors and outdoors. After all, you don’t want to check your backyard security cameras only to see a buffering screen. Some people try to solve this problem by installing range extenders or using indoor routers outdoors. Unfortunately, these solutions often
article What is PPPoE and what does it do?

What is PPPoE and what does it do?

Most Internet Service Providers (ISPs) around the world deliver broadband internet connections. One of the technologies they often use is called PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet). If you’ve ever configured such a connection at home, you may still have wondered: What does PPPoE really mean? and What is it used for? In this article, I’ll explain PPPoE in plain language, without drowning you in
tutorial How to set up and use PPPoE internet connections in Windows 10

How to set up and use PPPoE internet connections in Windows 10

Many Internet Service Providers (ISPs) still rely on PPPoE connections (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) to authenticate users and provide access to the internet. If this is the case for your ISP, you’ll need to use the PPPoE credentials they gave you: a unique username and password that allow your Windows 10 computer to connect. In this tutorial, I’ll show you, step by step, how
review ZTE T5400 review: Great hardware for a small price!

ZTE T5400 review: Great hardware for a small price!

When searching for a wireless network for their home, most people seek a simple device that is affordable and offers fast Wi-Fi. The ZTE T5400 aims to provide just that, by incorporating some surprisingly powerful hardware at a very reasonable price. But is this enough to make it a good router? And is it suitable for your home? Read this review to find out:
review QNAP TS-464 review: Powerful, fast, and versatile

QNAP TS-464 review: Powerful, fast, and versatile

QNAP’s TS-464 is a 4-bay Network-Attached Storage (NAS) solution built for people who want more than just basic file storage. It’s compact, well-equipped, and aimed at home users and small businesses that want their own private cloud, a multimedia hub, or even a lightweight server. With a quad-core Intel processor, multi-gigabit networking, support for up to 72 TB of storage, and QNAP’s flexible QTS
review HUAWEI WiFi BE3 review: Affordable Wi-Fi 7 for small homes

HUAWEI WiFi BE3 review: Affordable Wi-Fi 7 for small homes

Wi-Fi 7 routers are becoming more affordable than ever, making it a great time to upgrade your network. One of the most budget-friendly options available on the market right now is the HUAWEI WiFi BE3. This dual-band, lightweight wireless router features Wi-Fi 7 connectivity and aims to deliver a good user experience at a very low price. But does this model provide fast and
tutorial How to set up and use PPPoE internet connections in Windows 11

How to set up and use PPPoE internet connections in Windows 11

While many people are not familiar with PPPoE, or Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet, this protocol is used by some internet service providers to connect their customers. To use this protocol, your provider will assign you a unique username and password for the connection. If you have this information and need to connect your Windows 11 computer or device directly through PPPoE, without a router
article What is MU-MIMO? Why is it essential for your next wireless router?

What is MU-MIMO? Why is it essential for your next wireless router?

When examining the specifications of wireless routers available for consumers and businesses, you may notice that many advertise a technology called MU-MIMO. It stands for Multi-User MIMO, and most consumer Wi-Fi routers feature 2x2 MU-MIMO, while higher-end models may offer 4x4 or even 8x8 MU-MIMO capabilities. What exactly does MU-MIMO mean, though? What does it do for your wireless router, and why is it
article What is Wi-Fi 7? A complete guide to features, benefits, and compatibility

What is Wi-Fi 7? A complete guide to features, benefits, and compatibility

If you've recently shopped for a new wireless router or mesh Wi-Fi system, you've probably noticed a new technology being promoted by all manufacturers: Wi-Fi 7. It's being marketed as the next big thing in wireless connectivity, with promises of lightning-fast speeds and ultra-reliable connections. But what exactly is Wi-Fi 7, and does it actually deliver meaningful improvements? Is it truly all about benefits
review TP-Link Archer BE230 review: The Wi-Fi 7 router under 100$!

TP-Link Archer BE230 review: The Wi-Fi 7 router under 100$!

Since I started testing Wi-Fi 7 networking devices, I have been interested in reviewing affordable devices. At first, such devices weren’t available on the market, but things have changed for the better. Today, you can buy Wi-Fi 7 routers that cost less than 100 USD, marking an important milestone in the adoption rate of this wireless networking standard. TP-Link Archer BE230 (or BE3600) is
review ASUS RT-BE92U review: The router for IoT devices

ASUS RT-BE92U review: The router for IoT devices

Smart homes are no longer a futuristic concept but a reality for many people worldwide. In a smart home, many devices require wireless connectivity on the 2.4 GHz frequency band: sensors, surveillance cameras, vacuum cleaners, air purifiers, smart bulbs, smart plugs, and so on. Having a router that offers more bandwidth to IoT devices is an excellent idea in this type of network. Unfortunately,
review ASUS RT-BE58U review: Wi-Fi 7 without the premium cost!

ASUS RT-BE58U review: Wi-Fi 7 without the premium cost!

The Wi-Fi 7 standard was finalized in the early days of 2024, and since then, more routers and other wireless devices have become available. Initially, wireless routers with Wi-Fi 7 were premium, high-priced devices that few could afford. Fortunately, as time passed, the situation changed, and today, you can find more affordable Wi-Fi 7. For example, there are Wi-Fi 7 routers that cost less
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