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TP-Link Archer TX3000E review: Upgrade your PC with Wi-Fi 6!

TP-Link Archer TX3000E review: Upgrade your PC with Wi-Fi 6!

Like it or not, the Wi-Fi 6 network standard is here to stay. Wi-Fi 6 routers and equipment are launched regularly, and their aim is not only to convince people to buy new gadgets, but also to provide faster and more reliable wireless connectivity. TP-Link has recently launched a PCI-Express network card for desktop users who want to ditch cables, and want to switch to
ASUS ZenWiFi AC (CT8) review: Good looks meet solid performance!

ASUS ZenWiFi AC (CT8) review: Good looks meet solid performance!

At CES 2020 (Consumer Electronics Show) in Las Vegas, ASUS launched many products, including a new line-up of advanced mesh Wi-Fi systems. The most affordable of them is ASUS ZenWiFi AC (CT8), also known as ASUS RT-AC95U. It is a tri-band mesh Wi-Fi system that looks great. ZenWiFi AC (CT8) promises improved firmware and performance compared to the ASUS Lyra line-up from previous years. We
ASUS ROG Chakram & ASUS ROG Strix Slice review

ASUS ROG Chakram & ASUS ROG Strix Slice review

The ASUS ROG Chakram gaming mouse is one of the most innovative devices that ASUS has announced in 2019. It's a mouse that not only promises top-notch performance and excellent quality, but also has a built-in joystick! Did you ever use anything like that? Well, ASUS made it a reality, and the ROG Chakram tries to blend two different gaming devices - the mouse and
How to use WPS in Windows 10 to connect to Wi-Fi networks

How to use WPS in Windows 10 to connect to Wi-Fi networks

Did you know that, if you have a Windows 10 laptop, tablet, or 2-in-1 device such as a Surface Pro, you can use the WPS standard to make quick connections to Wi-Fi networks without having to type in the passwords of wireless networks? Here's a complete guide for how to connect to Wi-Fi through WPS in Windows 10, on any PC, laptop, or device with
ASUS PCE-AX58BT review: Wi-Fi 6 on your desktop PC!

ASUS PCE-AX58BT review: Wi-Fi 6 on your desktop PC!

Wi-Fi 6 or 802.11ax is the new standard that aims to change wireless networks, both for consumers and for businesses. This standard aims to offer significantly improved speeds, especially in crowded places such as airports, train stations, restaurants, or coffee shops. Wi-Fi 6 wireless routers are now launched regularly, and their prices are going to get more affordable as time passes. If you want to
What are P2P (peer-to-peer) networks and what are they used for?

What are P2P (peer-to-peer) networks and what are they used for?

If you are using the internet regularly, it is highly unlikely that you have not encountered the term peer-to-peer or P2P. Whether it was mentioned in a news article, on TV, or in a conversation with a friend, who told you that he just downloaded the latest version of Linux through P2P, you may have stumbled upon this term. If you want to know what
3 ways to connect to Wi-Fi on a Mac

3 ways to connect to Wi-Fi on a Mac

Knowing how to connect your Mac to a wireless network can come in handy in a variety of situations. Maybe you just got a new device running on macOS, or you want to connect your MacBook to the Wi-Fi in your favorite coffee shop. Either way, this guide aims to give you all the information you need to connect your Mac to any wireless network.
How do I setup and use a VPN on my Android smartphone?

How do I setup and use a VPN on my Android smartphone?

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) are useful to encrypt your traffic, when you connect to public Wi-Fi, or to access your company's network while traveling. Odds are that, besides your Windows devices, you want to use a VPN on your Android smartphone or tablet. Here is how to set up a VPN on your Android device, connect and disconnect from the VPN, and remove the VPN
Mercku M2 Hive review: The modular mesh Wi-Fi system!

Mercku M2 Hive review: The modular mesh Wi-Fi system!

Mercku is a startup that has successfully run a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo to launch what they call "the world's most powerful MESH Wi-Fi router." The product is named M2 Hive, and it is made out of five devices: an M2 wireless router, and four M2 Bees that connect to the router. Together, they create a mesh Wi-Fi system. If you are bored with the
Why IoT devices like Amazon Echo are a target for attackers, and how to protect yourself

Why IoT devices like Amazon Echo are a target for attackers, and how to protect yourself

Key reinstallation attacks or KRACK are cyberattacks that exploit a vulnerability in the way WiFi networks encrypt and transmit data, with the aim of stealing what is transmitted over the network. Such attacks can result in theft of sensitive information or can be used as man-in-the-middle attacks, serving the victim a fake website or injecting malicious code into a legitimate site. Recently, researchers from ESET
Where is the Wi-Fi icon on a Mac? How to enable it or hide it

Where is the Wi-Fi icon on a Mac? How to enable it or hide it

Just like its name, which comes from a pun on the word hi-fi (high fidelity), the Wi-Fi icon is recognized universally, and users look for it instinctively on their computers and devices. But what if the Wi-Fi icon is missing from your Mac? How can you enable it? Or maybe you don't use it that much and want to hide it? Here is how to
How to track which apps use the most data in Windows 10

How to track which apps use the most data in Windows 10

Do you need to find out which apps use the most data on your Windows 10 laptop, tablet, or desktop PC? Few people know that Windows 10 stores such data for the last 30 days, for WiFi, Ethernet, and Cellular connections. This data is automatically logged, and accessing it is easy. Here is how to track how much data is used by your apps in
How to use your iPhone as a WiFi hotspot

How to use your iPhone as a WiFi hotspot

When you are going on a trip or a vacation, you take your iPhone with you and, sometimes, also a laptop, a tablet or some other similar devices. What if the hotel where you are staying does not offer good quality Wi-Fi access, and you need or want to connect to the internet on your laptop? Well, if you have a generous data plan on
ASUS Lyra Voice review: Transformers meets WiFi routers!

ASUS Lyra Voice review: Transformers meets WiFi routers!

In a crowded market where new wireless routers look and behave much like those launched before them, it is difficult to stand out. ASUS has recently launched a device that's ambitious in its approach. It is named Lyra Voice, and it is a three-in-one mesh WiFi router with built-in Amazon Alexa and stereo speakers. Does it make you think of the characters from the Transformers
How to use Windows advanced sharing to share folders with specific users

How to use Windows advanced sharing to share folders with specific users

Modern versions of Windows, such as Windows 10 and Windows 7, allow users to share folders with other computers and devices from the local network, using a wizard that is supposed to make things easy. However, it does not allow for the same level of customization that the old-school Advanced Sharing feature does. If you want to share folders with specific users, limit the number