Assuming you followed my instructions on flashing your router with the latest fancy DD-WRT firmware, then you will be able to transform your router into a wireless bridge instead of an Access Point.  Have you ever needed to get internet or intranet to another spot further away from the main Access Point and don’t have [...]

Sometimes the router that we know and love doesn’t do everything we need it to.  If you need additional functionality not currently supported with your default firmware, it might be time to look for an alternative.  DD-WRT is a well rounded, exceptionally detailed, and superbly documented 3rd party firmware that will add a lot of [...]

And the winner is…all of them. But if you’re going to make us pick, we have to go with Skydrive simply because they offer the most free space. In reality, there is no reason why you should not use all of them. Hey, it’s free, so take advantage of the space and backup your important [...]

Aside from the amazing resolution of the Retina display of the new iPad and the fast A5X chip that makes it run faster than the speed of light (okay, that may be a bit exaggerated), Apple’s new ‘revolutionary’ baby may be winning more hearts with this cool feature. Be prepared, dear Facebook addicts, Twitter addicts and [...]

Internet use has become a part of our daily lives. We use it to track financial activity, purchase products or services, and stay in touch with distant friends and relatives. However, it should always be noted that this also means all of our personal information is easily accessed if not properly encrypted. Accessing public Wi-Fi [...]

There are a lot of subtle nuances to Windows Server 08.  Many different configurations to get it set up the best for your particular setup, and a bevy of software to add to fill in any gaps that it doesn’t come with after a base install.  One of the less talked about aspects of running [...]

You’re looking into getting a nice high-speed internet connection, but which one is right for you? Phone companies provide DSL service and cable internet providers will provide you with cable internet. And with speed numbers thrown around with reckless abandon, how do you know what will best suit your needs? Well, here are some things [...]

Wireless router placement rarely crosses the minds of most people. You buy the router, take it out of the box, and then plug it into the modem right? Sure, but the location of the router needs to be considered. Did you know most router antennas are omnidirectional, meaning the signal goes out in all direction? [...]

If you’ve never had high-speed internet access or are looking to upgrade to a faster and more efficient service then these are great times for anyone who has a few minutes to spare carrying out a little bit of research. The amazing thing about the internet is that it gives you a window on the [...]

There are a few things home users can do to extend and improve wireless speed. The obvious is to have the best speeds coming into the house–meaning having a good internet provider and proper wiring. You are given a modem or router by your Internet Service Provider (ISP) once the connection is setup. Beyond that, [...]