One type of electronic device to especially avoid is the microwave, which emits a strong signal in the 2.4GHz band, the same wireless band your router operates in. Be careful not to stick your router ...

You don't have to buy a new computer to get Wi-Fi 7 speeds. There are external Wi-Fi dongles, such as the Asus RT-BE58 Go or Acer Wave D7, that you can plug into an available USB port to get Wi-Fi 7 ...

I know how much of a big headache it can be when your WiFi connection in your home is super slow. Slow WiFi speeds can be caused by various factors, including your internet service provider, your ...

The USB 3.0 ports can deliver better performance than USB 2.0 ports. Most routers struggle to power large, power-hungry HDDs ...

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Your router is responsible for sending Wi-Fi signals to your phone, laptop, smart TV, security cameras and more. It has a big job. Sometimes it’s the reason your internet connection is spotty, but not ...

Margie Miller keeps losing her Internet connection. Is it the router, the modem, her PC, or something else? You can isolate the problem by trying different configurations. Try these tests: 1) If you ...

If your Wi-Fi feels slow, default router settings may be the reason. Neighbours can access your network easily, but fixing ...

Worried about how much of your data is being collected? Most manufacturers will collect at least some form of your data. Here's what you need to know. Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is a ...

Lauren is a writer and architectural designer living and working in Brooklyn, NY. In addition to being a writer at Forbes, she works as a freelance architectural designer specializing in residential ...