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Is Your Router’s Default Wi-Fi Password a Security Risk?
Is Your Router’s Default Wi-Fi Password a Security Risk? – By How-To Geek How-To Geek
Your Wi-Fi router may have come with a random-looking default Wi-Fi password. Many people stick with the defaults, but is it secure—or should you select a new one?
How to Switch to VoIP and Ditch Your Home Phone Bill Forever
How to Switch to VoIP and Ditch Your Home Phone Bill Forever – By Jason Fitzpatrick How-To Geek
You can enjoy the convenience of a whole-house phone line without shelling out your hard earned money to your local telecommunications provider. Read on as we show you how to ditch the phone bill, keep the land line, and enjoy free local and long distance calling in the process.
How Many Wi-Fi Mesh Nodes Do You Need?
How Many Wi-Fi Mesh Nodes Do You Need? – By How-To Geek How-To Geek
Mesh router platforms are commonly sold in multi-packs, but exactly how many of the individual mesh nodes do you need for your home? Here’s what you should consider while shopping.
– How Much Energy Are Your Streaming Media Players Using?
How Much Energy Are Your Streaming Media Players Using? – By How-To Geek How-To Geek
Streaming TV devices—such as a Roku or a Chromecast—are plugged in and always ready. When your TV turns off, it uses less power, but what about the streaming devices? How much energy do they use?
Can I Use My Existing Router With New Mesh Network Hardware?
Can I Use My Existing Router With New Mesh Network Hardware? – By How-To Geek How-To Geek
There are a few situations where you might wish to keep using your existing router alongside your new mesh network. In some cases, you might even be required to do so! Here’s what you need to know.
How to Mirror Your iPhone Screen to Roku
How to Mirror Your iPhone Screen to Roku – By How-To Geek How-To Geek
If you want to put your smaller screen on a bigger one, you can mirror your iPhone to your Roku TV. Rather than simply sending videos, music, or photos to the Roku over AirPlay, mirroring displays your mobile screen.
Can I Reuse My Old Wi-Fi Name and Password on My New Router?
Can I Reuse My Old Wi-Fi Name and Password on My New Router? – By How-To Geek How-To Geek
Buying a new Wi-FI router doesn’t have to mean going through a tedious setup process on all your current Wi-Fi devices. Here’s what you need to know about reusing your Wi-Fi name and password.
6 Things Slowing Down Your Wi-Fi
6 Things Slowing Down Your Wi-Fi (And What to Do About Them) – By How-To Geek How-To Geek
The degree to which we rely on the internet for everything from work to entertainment means sluggish Wi-Fi speeds are excruciating. Here are some common causes of Wi-Fi issues and what to do about them.
What’s the Best TV Viewing Distance?
What’s the Best TV Viewing Distance? – By How-To Geek How-To Geek
The distance you sit from your TV plays a significant role in getting an immersive experience. If you sit too close, you may notice pixel-level imperfections or strain your eyes, but if you sit too far, you may miss smaller details.