Articles tagged: Wi-Fi

Known networks.

Tip of the Day: Forget Wireless Networks

Android Hotspot Configuration

Tip of the Day: You May Already Have Backup Internet

Wi-Fi

5 Steps to Better Wi-Fi In Your House

Wi-Fi has only become more important as more devices and online activities become essential at home. I’ll review some of the things to investigate as you search for better Wi-Fi performance.

Free Wi-Fi

Is Using a Shared Wi-fi Hotspot Safe?

Free accessible Wi-Fi is almost ubiquitous, and most systems are set up to use it safely. There are a few things to pay attention to in order to stay safe.

Forget your Wi-Fi password?

How to Recover a Wi-Fi Password in Windows 10 and 11

If you forget your Wi-Fi password Windows may be able to remind you what it is.

Wi-Fi Snail

Why is My Wi-Fi Speed Slow?

Wi-Fi speed can be slow for many different reasons. Slow Wi-Fi can also be a symptom of speed constraints elsewhere.

So. Many. Hotspots.

Why Does My Laptop Keep Connecting to the Wrong Wi-Fi Network?

Windows tries to be helpful by remembering the Wi-Fi networks you’ve connected to in the past. Sometimes, though, you want it to forget.

Wi-Fi while camping?

Increase Your Wi-Fi Range While Camping

Bad Wi-Fi signal strength? A range extender need not be expensive, and can be a handy and flexible solution.

A router or access point.

What’s the Difference Between a Router, a Wireless Router, and a Wireless Access Point?

Terminology around routers and access points can be quite confusing. I’ll describe each, how they relate, and why the differences matter.

Wi-Fi Router

How Do I Block Someone From Using My Wi-Fi?

Most Wi-Fi access points and routers easily let you block someone from using your Wi-Fi. I’ll cover the simple steps.

Caution: Wi-Fi Ahead

Is Mobile More Secure than Wi-Fi?

Mobile broadband is a popular internet connection alternative. As with any connection, it’s important to understand the security ramifications and tradeoffs.

How Do I Use an Open Wi-Fi Hotspot Safely?

How Do I Use an Open Wi-Fi Hotspot Safely?

Open Wi-Fi hotspots at coffee shops and other public places are opportunities for hackers. I’ll review how to stay safe.

When Your Slow Internet Connection Makes Your Computer Look Slow

When Your Slow Internet Connection Makes Your Computer Look Slow

Is the internet slow, or is it your computer? How to tell and what to do.

Wi-Fi

Why Might Wi-Fi Be Faster than Ethernet?

It does sound strange that a wireless connection could be faster than ethernet. We’ll start by looking at the obvious: the cable connection itself.

Android Hotspot Configuration

Tip of the Day: Your Personal Hotspot

The Internet versus your home network

Tip of the Day: Your ISP’s Wi-Fi is Irrelevant

Wired Network with WAP Added

How to Diagnose Wi-Fi Signal Strength Issues

Diagnosing an unexpected drop in Wi-Fi signal strength can be challenging. I’ll review some things to consider, as well as some steps to take to perhaps sidestep the problem.

Wi-Fi Password Configuration

Tip of the Day: Set a Wi-Fi Password

Today's Password

Does Having a Publicly Visible Wi-Fi Password Add Security Compared to an Open Wi-Fi Hotspot?

Using a password protected WPA2 hotspot is a minor inconvenience for a very significant level of additional security. I’ll explain…