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5 reasons to buy extendable ASUS routers

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
20.01.2023

AiMesh is an innovative feature that allows multiple ASUS routers to create a mesh Wi-Fi network and extend the area they cover. When you purchase ASUS routers with AiMesh, you can mix different models of routers: older and cheaper Wi-Fi 5 routers, new Wi-Fi 6 routers, and mesh Wi-Fi systems from the ZenWiFi line-up. One of them will be the main node (or the

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How to create an Ethernet Backhaul for TP-Link Deco. What are the benefits?

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
18.01.2023

TP-Link recommends the mesh systems from their Deco family if you want a network with great coverage for a multi-story house, a large apartment, or your company’s office. We can place as many Deco stations as we need for our location, and they automatically work together to give us the easiest and most efficient Wi-Fi experience. TP-Link Deco systems connect to each other through

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TP-Link Deco X80-5G review: Mixing Wi-Fi 6 with a 5G modem!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
16.01.2023

When it first announced the Deco X80-5G in 2021, TP-Link received a Red Dot Design award for its unique combination of a 5G modem and a mesh Wi-Fi 6 router. If you look at its specifications, TP-Link Deco X80-5G is an innovative mesh router that can be useful in many situations. After seeing it launched in various markets, I wanted to test it and

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How to factory reset a TP-Link Deco system

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
05.01.2023

Did you change the settings of your TP-Link Deco system, and now it doesn’t work the way you want anymore? Did you forget the account and password required to login and can’t change its settings? Or maybe you want to sell or give away your Deco system? Whatever the reason, here are the methods to factory reset any TP-Link Deco mesh system and return

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The smart way to give guests access to Wi-Fi on a TP-Link Deco

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
21.12.2022

What do you do when a guest asks for internet access? Do you give them the name and password of your wireless network without considering the negative consequences? It’s not a great choice, as you can expose yourself to security and privacy issues. What if the device your friend uses is infected and scans your network for vulnerabilities to infect it? Or what if

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How to configure Parental Controls on TP-Link Deco

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
16.12.2022

One of the most useful features of TP-Link Deco mesh systems is Parental Controls. They include many useful tools for setting rules on all the devices your children use. You can choose what kind of inappropriate content is automatically blocked when they’re surfing the internet, block their access to social networks when they are very young, set bedtime routines to keep them off the

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Create and activate a Parental Controls profile on your TP-Link Deco

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
06.12.2022

TP-Link Deco mesh Wi-Fi systems have many features, including parental controls that are very useful to families with children. If you don’t want them to spend a lot of time online, especially during school days, and you want to protect them from accessing inappropriate content for their age, then it’s a great idea to activate Parental Controls. Here’s how to do this on TP-Link

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Activate HomeShield Pro on your TP-Link Deco mesh Wi-Fi

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
30.11.2022

As part of their HomeShield service, TP-Link Deco mesh Wi-Fi systems feature many useful security tools. The service is available for free, and it includes Wi-Fi diagnostics, content filters, and IoT device identification. However, the most advanced and efficient protection is available in the paid HomeShield Pro plan. Here’s how to activate it, how much it costs, and the protection it includes: IMPORTANT:

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Synology WRX560 review: An excellent mesh Wi-Fi 6 router!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
24.11.2022

Mesh Wi-Fi systems have become a lot more popular in recent years. They are a very good choice when you want wireless coverage for larger living spaces or office areas, and most of them offer almost the same features as traditional routers do. This is also true for Synology WRX560, the latest mesh router from Synology. This model brings Wi-Fi 6 support and is

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How do I change the AURA RGB lights on my ASUS ROG router?

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
22.11.2022

Do you have an ASUS ROG Rapture, ASUS TUF, or ROG Strix router? Then you got yourself a gaming router that also includes lighting effects via the ASUS AURA RGB feature. Here’s how you can enable and configure the RGB lighting on your ASUS router to use the effects and colors of your choice: IMPORTANT: We used the ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AXE11000 router

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ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AXE11000 review: Futureproof your Wi-Fi!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
15.11.2022

ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AXE11000 is a massive Wi-Fi6E router with an aggressive yet good-looking design that tries to attract people who want the best money can buy. It also packs some great hardware and an extensive list of features that cater to the needs of different audiences: gamers, knowledgeable users, small businesses, and families with children. If you want to see how well it

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ASUS ROG Flow X16 (2022) review: Gaming in a hybrid design

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
28.10.2022

ASUS ROG Flow X16 (2022) is a 2-in-1 gaming laptop with an industrial design and a large 16-inch touchscreen. You don’t see many models like it in the gaming market, and ASUS’s approach is rather innovative. Moreover, its hardware configuration tends to be on the high-performance side of things, which always appeals to the gamer in me. But how does the ASUS ROG Flow

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TP-Link Deco XE75 review: Simplicity meets Wi-Fi 6E!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
21.10.2022

Wi-Fi 6E is slowly but steadily gaining ground, and today, we can choose between several routers and mesh Wi-Fi systems that provide support for it. While this standard is not yet available on affordable devices, you can find it on mid-range ones like TP-Link Deco XE75. It’s one of the first mesh Wi-Fi systems with Wi-Fi 6E, and it offers a unique mix between

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How to add a wireless printer to your Wi-Fi network

Codrut Neagu
19.10.2022

There are many people who need to install a printer in their home network. Suppose you are planning to buy one soon. In that case, you should consider a wireless printer, as it allows you to print from anywhere in your home and helps you eliminate one more wire. This lets you place your printer in an easy-to-access place while also giving you more

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ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AXE16000 review: Say hi to Wi-Fi 6E!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
13.10.2022

ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AXE16000 is the world’s first quad-band Wi-Fi 6E router, and it’s one of the largest, heaviest, and most expensive routers I’ve tested. I was impressed by its hardware specifications before I received it, and after two weeks of testing it, I’m still impressed. If you’re curious to learn what ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AXE16000 offers and why I found it outstanding, read

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How to change the Subnet Mask in Windows (5 ways)

Codrut Neagu
10.10.2022

Subnet masks are used to split IP addresses into two different parts: one of them tells you the computer or device’s address, while the other tells you the network to which it belongs. In other words, subnet masks are used to divide networks into subnetworks, so that any data transmitted over a network can reach its destination correctly. Are you wondering how to change

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ASUS routers and mesh Wi-Fi systems for business users

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
27.09.2022

While most people know and love ASUS Wi-Fi products designed for home users, few realize that they can be a perfect fit for small and mid-sized businesses too. Their feature set is usually advanced enough to cover the needs of business users, not just consumers. For example, most ASUS routers can function as VPN servers and include advanced security tools with efficient antivirus and

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How to use WPS in Windows 11 to connect to Wi-Fi networks

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
14.09.2022

If you have a Windows 11 PC, you can use WPS to connect to a Wi-Fi network without knowing its password. As long as the router supports the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) standard and it’s enabled on it, you can connect by simply pushing a button on the router. Here’s the step-by-step guide on how to use WPS in Windows 11: NOTE: Before

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What is my DNS? How to find your DNS servers in Windows (7 ways)

Codrut Neagu
07.09.2022

Do you know how to find the IP addresses of your DNS servers? Would you like to learn how to do that? If you are a Windows 11 or Windows 10 user, there are many methods to find the addresses of the DNS servers that your computer or device is using. You can find this information in the Settings app, by running a command

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How to change the IP address in Windows 10 and Windows 11 (4 ways)

Codrut Neagu
05.09.2022

Have you ever wondered how to change the IP address in Windows 10 or Windows 11? Do you want to learn how to do that from the Settings app or the Control Panel? Maybe you’re a command-line fan and want to learn how to change the IP address from Command Prompt or PowerShell? Read on and find out how all of these are done