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What is a smart home? How do you create a network in your home? How do you pick a good Wi-Fi router? How do you manage and connect to your network using the devices and operating systems in your home? What kind of smart devices should you use in your home?

Reviewing TP-LINK Archer C5400 - Future-proofing your wireless network!

Reviewing TP-LINK Archer C5400 - Future-proofing your wireless network!

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 10.05.2017
TP-LINK Archer C5400 is one the most advanced wireless routers ever built by TP-LINK. It is the successor to the Archer C3200 which we loved using and testing. When we received it for testing, we were very excited because this router features very powerful hardware...
Reviewing ASUS RT-AC58U - Is it a top-notch AC1300 wireless router?

Reviewing ASUS RT-AC58U - Is it a top-notch AC1300 wireless router?

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 19.04.2017
ASUS RT-AC58U AC1300 is a new router that aims to compete in the crowded space of wireless routers that cost somewhere between 100 and 150 USD. It stands out because it includes a new quad-core processor that is included in very few routers. This processor...
Reviewing the ASUS BRT-AC828 - For businesses that want more!

Reviewing the ASUS BRT-AC828 - For businesses that want more!

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 28.03.2017
When installing a wireless router in a business environment, you ask a lot more from it than when using a similar device designed for the consumer market. First of all, you expect improved reliability: you need it to be capable of handling more client connections...
What is the automatic setup of network connected devices in Windows?

What is the automatic setup of network connected devices in Windows?

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 12.01.2017
Windows 10 and Windows 8.1 have a new network sharing setting that is not documented by Microsoft. This setting says "Turn on automatic setup of network connected devices" and it is found in the list of advanced sharing settings that are available for private networks....
How to customize advanced network sharing settings in Windows

How to customize advanced network sharing settings in Windows

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 29.11.2016
Very few people pay attention to how Windows is set when it comes to network sharing, what is shared with the network and how. Luckily, both Windows 10 and Windows 8.1 offer a panel that allows you to control every important setting, so that file...
Reviewing the TP-LINK RE580D range extender - Impressive WiFi at 5 GHz!

Reviewing the TP-LINK RE580D range extender - Impressive WiFi at 5 GHz!

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 18.11.2016
Are you looking for a high-end range extender that can help you extend the coverage of your wireless network to those remote corners of your house or office? Then you will want a device with support for the 802.11ac networking standard that can offer fast...
Reviewing the TP-LINK TL-WPA8630P AV1200 powerline Wi-Fi kit

Reviewing the TP-LINK TL-WPA8630P AV1200 powerline Wi-Fi kit

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 11.11.2016
Powerline adapters represent a good way to extend the network coverage in your home or in your office, especially in areas where your router's wireless signal doesn't reach. TP-LINK TL-WPA8630P is a high-end powerline adapter kit that promises a maximum theoretical bandwidth of 1200 Mbps....
How to troubleshoot network and internet problems in Windows

How to troubleshoot network and internet problems in Windows

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 19.10.2016
When you have problems with your network and/or internet connection, don't hesitate to use the troubleshooting wizards that are bundled with Windows. They are easy to use and they can help you identify what's wrong and how to fix your problems. In most cases, they...
Reviewing ASUS RP-AC68U - The range extender that you can't ignore!

Reviewing ASUS RP-AC68U - The range extender that you can't ignore!

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 08.09.2016
We love it when we get to test premium networking devices like the fastest wireless routers in the world or the latest and the greatest in the world of repeaters and range extender s. Today, we will review for you the latest top-tier range extender...
ASUS PL-AC56 review - The powerline adapter kit that

ASUS PL-AC56 review - The powerline adapter kit that "hits like a brick"

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 18.08.2016
Did you ever use a powerline adapter kit to extend the coverage of your network? Have you ever considered this idea? Personally, after testing all kinds of networking devices, I prefer a powerful powerline adapter kit to a range extender. It's more elegant and it...
Reviewing the D-Link DIR-820L dual band router - Wi-Fi on the cheap!

Reviewing the D-Link DIR-820L dual band router - Wi-Fi on the cheap!

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 03.08.2016
Do you need a wireless router that costs less than 40 bucks? Do you want it to be dual-band, with support for modern standards like the very fast 802.11ac? Do you want it to be small, without external antennas and to look good? Then, D-Link...
Reviewing the TP-LINK M7300 LTE-advanced mobile Wi-Fi router

Reviewing the TP-LINK M7300 LTE-advanced mobile Wi-Fi router

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 21.07.2016
When you are on vacation, you travel to all kinds of places, including mountains and beaches. You will take your smartphone with you and maybe your tablet or a laptop. You may have an internet connection on your smartphone but, most probably you won't have...
Reviewing TP-LINK AC3200 - The wireless router that could!

Reviewing TP-LINK AC3200 - The wireless router that could!

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 28.06.2016
Although it has a confusing name, depending on where you look, TP-LINK Archer C3200 or TP-LINK AC3200 is a high-end tri-band wireless router with impressive hardware and lots of promise in terms of speed and coverage. It also happens to be more compact than other...
Reviewing ASUS USB-AC68 - The WiFi adapter that looks like a bird

Reviewing ASUS USB-AC68 - The WiFi adapter that looks like a bird

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 26.05.2016
ASUS is increasing its portfolio of networking devices with a new USB dual-band Wi-Fi adapter. It is called ASUS USB-AC68 and it uses a USB 3.0 port in order to deliver fast connections. It also bundles the latest networking chip from Realtek, as well as...
ASUS RT-AC88U router review - It's got the speed, it's got the looks!

ASUS RT-AC88U router review - It's got the speed, it's got the looks!

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 14.04.2016
ASUS RT-AC88U is a large wireless router, which features good looks and powerful hardware. It comes with lots of advanced features like parental controls, malware protection and options for boosting the speed of your online gaming sessions. We tested this impressive router for several weeks,...