wireless

A Wi-Fi access point with the items 802.11b, 802. 11g, 802.11n, 802.11a, 802. 11ac, and 802.11ax floating around it.

How Do I Tell Which Wi-Fi Protocols My Computer Supports?

Ever wondered if your Wi-Fi card can handle the latest speeds, or why it won’t connect in certain places? I’ll show you exactly how to check which Wi-Fi protocols your computer supports, and what those cryptic “802.11” labels actually mean.

Basic Wi-Fi Setup

Extend Your Wi-Fi: Simple Fixes for Better Home Coverage

It can be difficult to get wireless network coverage throughout your home.

Wireless internet in the home.

How Do I Get Wireless Internet?

You hear a lot about wireless internet, but it’s not something you can just connect to anywhere. It’s more often something you purchase and set up.

A Corgi working on a router's administration screen displayed on his windows PC, changing the administration password.

8 Steps to Securing Your Router

Many routers arrive with weak default settings that could put your whole network at risk. I’ll share eight simple steps to lock it down, plus two popular tricks that feel safe but do nothing at all.

Global Internet

Is there an ISP that I can use in two different places?

Staying connected to the internet can be a problem when you move around a lot. Fortunately, solutions are getting easier.

Can My Computer Be Hacked if I’m Offline at an Internet Café?

Internet café hackers can get at you in a number of different ways, but how much do you really need to worry?

Hotel Range Extender

How can I share a single WiFi connection across multiple devices?

I have a rant about hotels that nickel and dime you on an internet connection. Fortunately, there might be something that you can do about it.