Struggling to get Wi-Fi coverage in certain areas and rooms? Try these simple, expert-approved tricks to troubleshoot and ...

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If your internet keeps lagging, buffering or dropping out, one of the quickest fixes is restarting your router. Restarting ...

Here's a question: When Wi-Fi goes out, why does restarting it fix the problem? Think of restarting your router, or router-modem combo, as a way to refresh the device. Routers are essentially tiny ...

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Proper router location is essential; large homes need mesh Wi-Fi. Position your router centrally and elevated for optimal Wi-Fi signal. Avoid placing your router near microwaves or other disruptive ...

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Virtual private networks, or VPNs, are an essential tool in any internet privacy toolbox. They  mask your public IP address, ...

If you’re trying to work from home, or just enjoy some well-earned streaming TV on the weekend, weak WiFi can be infuriating. Putting your router in the optimal position in your home can help ...

I'm currently using a WRT54G router with Tomato firmware and I have a simple residential dynamic ip address cable modem. The cable modem is in "bridged" mode and the router is set to use DHCP to get ...

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