Rural Satellite Internet Service: Limited, But Growing
Your home and business Internet service choices are limited if you live in a rural area. Speeds are slower than in the city, plans are pricey, and there are few providers. Fortunately, Elon Musk and Amazon are launching new technology in satellite delivery that should revolutionize rural Internet service. Country folks have limited internet choices […]
Guest Users: Your Wi-Fi’s Hidden Security Vulnerability
When a friend or family member visits, you may gladly share your Wi-Fi password. After all, you know and trust these guest users. Unfortunately, that person’s device can unknowingly expose you to malware. The solution is to set up a guest account on your Wi-Fi. Here’s how it works. A gracious and prudent solution Your […]
Solving Dead Spots With a Home Wi-Fi Extender
Sometimes the router in a home Internet system doesn’t cover all areas equally, leaving dead spots. If the simplest fixes don’t solve your problem, you may need a Wi-Fi extender or a mesh system. Check out our tips for bringing those dead spots to life. Try the simplest fixes first If your router is at […]
Router Troubleshooting: Steps to Rev Up Your Wifi
Have you noticed your Internet speeds slowing recently? Maybe the movie you are streaming stops to buffer more often, or you see other signs of sluggishness. Let’s look at some solutions to get your router back up to speed. Improvements that cost nothing If you’ve acquired additional computers, tablets, and smartphones, or you have a […]
Five Steps to Secure Your Home Wifi Network
Protecting your online privacy and your wifi network is a must for every homeowner. Guard your personal and financial information with these five easy steps. A strong wifi network password. Secure wifi at home means more than keeping your neighbors from mooching off your data plan. Cybercriminals use the wifi portal to access people’s computer […]
Homeowner’s Guide to Modems and Routers
When consumers sign up for internet service, they’re faced with a barrage of choices and questions. While you’ve probably heard words such as modem and router, do you actually know what they do and the differences between them. Here’s a quick internet primer and a few tips on how to choose what’s best for your […]