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What is a VPN? What do VPNs do?

What is a VPN? What do VPNs do?

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  • Codrut Neagu
  • 21.07.2023
You’ve probably heard about VPNs, but do you know what a VPN is and what VPNs do? If you’re not already using a VPN service, maybe you should start doing so as soon as possible. You might not see its real value right now, but...
TP-Link Tapo C225 review: Affordable home surveillance!

TP-Link Tapo C225 review: Affordable home surveillance!

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 13.07.2023
Do you have a child that you need to keep an eye on? Or a pet? Or both? Then you may need a surveillance camera for home use. And if you want features like night vision or the ability to have audio conversations remotely, then...
TP-Link Tapo C500 review: Affordable outdoor surveillance!

TP-Link Tapo C500 review: Affordable outdoor surveillance!

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 27.06.2023
Do you have a home or small company office where you want to install some video surveillance? Would you fancy a wireless camera that can pan and tilt easily to get 360 degrees coverage, with dust and water resistance, as well as infrared vision for...
TP-Link Archer AX73 review: Affordable mid-ranger!

TP-Link Archer AX73 review: Affordable mid-ranger!

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 06.06.2023
Midrange wireless routers are very competitive in terms of pricing and there’s a variety of options available. If you’re looking for a good Wi-Fi 6 router with useful advanced features, you’ll come across the TP-Link AX5400 or Archer AX73 in shops both online and offline....
TP-Link Tapo C420S2 review: Capable and reasonably-priced!

TP-Link Tapo C420S2 review: Capable and reasonably-priced!

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 25.05.2023
If you’re looking for an easy-to-use security camera for your home or office, one that doesn’t cost a fortune, you should check out the TP-Link Tapo C420S2. This wireless two-camera kit offers 2K QHD video, night vision, motion detection, two-way audio, and local and cloud...
What is a proxy server? What are its benefits & drawbacks?

What is a proxy server? What are its benefits & drawbacks?

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  • Codrut Neagu
  • 11.05.2023
If you have worked in a corporate network, you’ve probably encountered the term proxy server, and you know that without one, you cannot access websites and services outside the company’s network. However, what exactly are these proxy servers? Should you use one at home? Read...
TP-Link Archer AX55 review: A popular choice!

TP-Link Archer AX55 review: A popular choice!

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 17.04.2023
Routers around the 100 USD mark are very popular, and for a good reason: they offer the features most people need, solid Wi-Fi and decent wireless coverage. TP-Link Archer AX55 is one of the best-sold models at this price, and I was curious to test...
ASUS RT-AX59U review: Discreet, good-looking, and flexible!

ASUS RT-AX59U review: Discreet, good-looking, and flexible!

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 27.03.2023
Some users don’t like traditional wireless routers with external antennas. Others want to hide their router from view by mounting it on a wall or placing it in the corner of a room. However, only a few routers cater to these needs. Luckily, ASUS has...
TP-Link Archer AX23 review: Wi-Fi 6 for everybody!

TP-Link Archer AX23 review: Wi-Fi 6 for everybody!

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 28.02.2023
The market is flooded with new Wi-Fi 6 routers at all prices. In recent months, I tested mostly mid-range and premium routers. However, there are plenty of affordable options in shops, and choosing the right one can be challenging. Among the best-sold models is TP-Link...
What are 802.11ax, 802.11ac, 802.11n (Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 5, Wi-Fi 4)?

What are 802.11ax, 802.11ac, 802.11n (Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 5, Wi-Fi 4)?

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 27.02.2023
We live in the internet age, and almost everyone has a wireless router in their homes, helping families stay connected at all times. While Wi-Fi is a frequent term in our vocabulary, the names of the different wireless networking standards are challenging to understand and...
TP-Link Tapo P115 review: Compact and affordable smart plug!

TP-Link Tapo P115 review: Compact and affordable smart plug!

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 13.02.2023
TP-Link has developed a new line-up of smart home devices named Tapo. The company manufactures all kinds of smart devices under the Tapo brand: surveillance cameras, smart plugs, smart bulbs, light strips, and even robot vacuums. I needed to buy a smart plug that offers...
ASUS ROG Rapture GT6 review: The first mesh Wi-Fi for gamers!

ASUS ROG Rapture GT6 review: The first mesh Wi-Fi for gamers!

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 09.02.2023
ASUS has many devices designed for gamers, from graphics cards to gaming monitors or accessories like mice and keyboards. During the last couple of years, they’ve also been manufacturing gaming-oriented routers under their Republic of Gamers brand. However, the company wasn’t present in one specific...
What is Wi-Fi 6E? How does it compare to Wi-Fi 6?

What is Wi-Fi 6E? How does it compare to Wi-Fi 6?

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  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 06.02.2023
If you’re looking for a new router or mesh Wi-Fi system, you may have noticed that some of them support a new standard called Wi-Fi 6E. If you want to know more about Wi-Fi 6E, how it works, its advantages and disadvantages, and how it...