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YouTube Premium benefits most subscribers don’t use – By Eli Becht pocket-lint.com
Although I feel like YouTube Premium has lost a lot of the value it once held due to rising prices, there’s still plenty that the service has to offer for people looking for more than just an ad-blocker. While many people look at YouTube Premium as a way to skip the ads, it provides more than that.

Internet Connection Types Explained

Internet Connection Types Explained – By See full CNET

Sifting through the offers from internet providers in your area can make your eyes glaze over. You’re likely checking available speeds and pricing along with fine-print details like data caps and equipment fees to ensure you get the best plan for you. Another factor to consider is equally important but easy to overlook: the connection type or what technology your internet service provider uses to send internet to your home.

Nest Wifi vs. Google Wifi: Mesh Router

Nest Wifi vs. Google Wifi: Which Is the Better Mesh Router? – By Reviews ethics CNET

If you’re confused by the Google Wifi and Nest Wifi, you’re not alone. Both are mesh systems owned by Google, and both are ancient in router terms, using the Wi-Fi 5 standard. (We’ve moved on to Wi-Fi 7 at this point.) But with both still available from major retailers, they’re worth considering if you can grab them at a discount.

Curious About Smart Home

Curious About Smart Homes? Here Are Three Baby Steps You Can Take – By Ben Lovejoy How-To Geek
If you’re tempted by the idea of a smart home but aren’t sure whether you’re ready to make the leap, you’re not alone. It can seem like a big decision, and until you’ve done it, the benefits may not seem immediately obvious. Here are some easy starting points to decide if it’s worth it for you.

What Is an MVNO, and How Do They Save You Money on Cell Plans?

What Is an MVNO, and How Do They Save You Money on Cell Plans? – By Aran Folsom How-To Geek
Though you may not have heard the term “MVNO” before, you’re likely familiar with many of these companies. Carriers like Mint Mobile, Straight Talk Wireless, and Google Fi offer customers fast, reliable cellphone service at much lower prices than their major competitors, but how is this possible?

Reasons you should use a mesh network instead of a Wi-Fi extender

4 reasons you should use a mesh network instead of a Wi-Fi extender – By Joe Rice-Jones XDA Developers
Wi-Fi is faster than ever before, but that speed comes with a cost in terms of range. If you’ve been noticing connectivity issues, like dead zones, drop-outs, or sluggishly slow sites when browsing, you’re probably wondering how to extend your Wi-Fi coverage at the minimum cost. While moving your router to a more central location is an option, it’s not always possible. You could also pick up a Wi-Fi extender to rebroadcast your existing Wi-Fi network, but that’s throwing good money after bad, in my experience. It’s better to upgrade to a mesh network, which will give you better Wi-Fi coverage and handle your devices better so you’re not left frustrated waiting for pages to load.

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