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Got a Windows 10 Wi-Fi Problem? Here’s How to Fix It

Wi-Fi issues are some of the most frustrating you can encounter. Given so much of modern computing relies on a web connection, being cut off from the internet can bring your productivity to a screeching halt. Keep reading to learn how to fix 10 of the most common Wi-Fi problems on Windows 10. Note: We’ve… read more »

7 Wi-Fi Router Features You Need for a Fast Home Network

If you aren’t using a Wi-Fi router, then you should get one ASAP — even if you only have one connected device! Today’s routers offer useful features that you need to be taking advantage of. They’re so useful, in fact, that if you have one but it’s old, that qualifies as a major reason to… read more »

Wi-Fi vs. Z-Wave: What’s the Difference and Where Does It Matter?

When you see the Wi-Fi label on a box in the electronics section of your local big box store, you know what it means. We’ve had years to watch wireless internet spread to college campuses, libraries, airports, and every corner of our homes. But some devices have a different label: Z-Wave. What’s that all about?… read more »

How to Share Your Wi-Fi Without Password in iOS 11

One of the coolest features in iOS 11 has to be the ability to share your Wi-Fi password with other iOS 11 users. No more having to remember where you wrote your Wi-Fi password down and no more having to read out a long string of letters and numbers. There are some requirements in order… read more »

How to Set Wi-Fi Network Priority on Android and iPhone

Wi-Fi has become ubiquitous these days. You can even use various services to find free Wi-Fi hotspots near you. While this is mostly a boon, it also means that there are way too many signals competing in the same space. Your smartphone factors in various details like signal strength, Wi-Fi’s security level, network stability, etc…. read more »

Smart Lighting Showdown: Bluetooth Smart vs. Wi-Fi vs. ZigBee

It seems everyone is selling smart lighting products — from big box and specialty stores to local food markets. And that’s to say nothing about the many online stores out there! With so many vendors selling these products, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that more manufacturers are getting in on the fun. In doing… read more »

What Is Wi-Fi Calling and How Does It Work?

Billions of dollars have been spent by the mobile phone industry in recent years to improve network coverage. Despite this, there are still areas of the United States where coverage is spotty, at best. Luckily, most carriers now offer Wi-Fi Calling, which gives you the ability to call or message from almost anywhere there’s a… read more »

Why Your Next Wi-Fi Router Must Have MU-MIMO

If your current wireless router is more than two years old, you may want to consider shopping for a replacement — but not just any replacement. These days, if you’re going to purchase a new router, it really ought to support MU-MIMO technology for maximum wireless performance. This may not seem that big a deal… read more »

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