Most people set up guest Wi-Fi wrong, and their router proves it – howtogeek.com
Segmenting your network and setting aside a separate SSID for guests is sensible advice that can genuinely make your connection more secure.
You don’t need to build a Pi-hole anymore—this cloud tool does it without hardware – howtogeek.com .
However, if you want something that is more hands off, cloud-based, and cost-competitive, you should consider NextDNS.
I changed one digit in my DNS, and it started blocking malware for free – makeuseof.com
For years, I’ve grappled with keeping the devices in my home safe from malware. I’m fairly savvy when it comes to security, and I like to think I’ve instilled some of that caution in my kids, too.
Don’t limit yourself to smart plugs—these USB adapters do the same thing at a fraction of the size – howtogeek.com
Smart plugs are a no-brainer when setting up a smart home. They let you take almost any traditional device and make it remotely controllable from your phone or other smart devices.
Android Apps by Matteo Dini MD ® Watch Faces on Google Play – play.google.com
I use the MD313 Digital Watch Face. Glenn.
Your ISP is tracking everything you do online: Change this one setting right now – howtogeek.com
Did you know that your internet service provider can very likely see every website you visit? Scary, I know, but the fix for that is actually easier than you think.
How old are your smoke alarms? It may be time to replace them – howtogeek.com
How old are your fire or carbon monoxide alarms? When was the last time you checked them?
I stopped using Wi-Fi extenders after I found out what they actually do to your network – MakeUseOf
Wi-Fi extenders seem like a no-brainer for two reasons: price and ease of use. You can get one for as little as $50, plug it into a wall outlet, and connect it to your router.
Someone was stealing my mom’s Wi-Fi, so I hacked their printer – howtogeek.com
Most people find out someone is stealing their Wi-Fi thanks to how slow the network gets.
I paid for gigabit internet and got 100Mbps—here’s what was actually wrong – howtogeek.com
Recently, I finally took the plunge and signed up for a shiny gigabit plan, fully expecting my downloads to finish before I could even blink. Reader, they did not.
Your router has a second password you’ve probably never changed – howtogeek.com
The concept of needing to set a secure password has been hammered into our heads for so long, it barely warrants a mention.
How Do I Change My Router’s Password? – youtube.com · Ask Leo!
Stop using these Wi-Fi passwords before your network gets compromised – howtogeek.com
What’s the status of your Wi-Fi password? I wager that if I surveyed most people I know, I’d find two groups split right down the middle: people who never bothered to change theirs, and people who changed theirs to something painfully easy or funny.
I bought a new router and didn’t need to update a single Wi-Fi password—here’s how – share.google
Buying a new Wi-Fi router is equal parts exciting and frustrating. On the one hand, you’re upgrading your network with better speeds, improved Wi-Fi stability, and more range.
Your surge protector is silently failing—here’s how to tell – howtogeek.com
I’ve been building PCs for something around 20 years, and seeing as it’s a major hobby for me, I like to lurk around various PC building communities or talk to other PC owners.
I changed one setting in Device Manager and my Wi-Fi jumped from 260 Mbps to 430 Mbps – makeuseof.com
If your Wi-Fi feels slower than you’d like even though your router is fine and your ISP says it’s not experiencing any outages, you might want to restart everything, and then run a speed test.
You’re using HDMI wrong on your smart TV: Here’s how to fix the mistake once and for all – howtogeek.com
Every TV today has at least one HDMI port on the side or back. It’s used to stream content from another device to your television—whether that’s a streaming device, tablet, or computer.
The NSA Just Warned Everyone to Reboot Their Routers – What to Do Right Now – National Cybersecurity Alliance – staysafeonline.org
Your home internet router is probably the most important device you never think about. A new memo from the United States government now suggests it’s a prime target for hackers.
Family Cybersecurity Guide: Protect Your Home Network – discoveryalert.com.au
The digital transformation of family life has created an unprecedented convergence of convenience and vulnerability. As households integrate everything from smart thermostats to AI-powered homework assistants, the traditional security perimeter has dissolved entirely.