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… Read More
Category Archives: Networking
Why Use A Personal VPN
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… Read More
Add A Hard Drive To A Failing RAID Array
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… Read More
Cable And DSL Comparison
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… Read More
Wireless Router Placement
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?… Read More
Selecting A Broadband Provider
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… Read More
Improve Wireless Speed
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,… Read More
Share Files Between A Mac and PC
Many homes and offices have a hybrid computer environment, meaning there is the potential need to share files between A Mac and PC. Setting up network shares between the two is not very difficult, but certain options must be turned on to allow a Mac computer and a PC to see file shares. The following tutorial will… Read More
Wireless Settings Do Not Match Network Requirements
As easy as networking Windows Vista and Windows 7 has become, there are times when connectivity problems are encountered that make you scratch your head. One such problem is trying to connect a new computer or a new network adapter to an existing network. The process is usually flawless and automatic, but you may encounter… Read More
Block Websites With D-Link Router
There are a lot of dangerous websites out there. Some contain viruses, and some contain content and images you do not want members of your family to stumble upon. There are several ways to block websites on individual computers, but if you want to apply these changes to every computer in your home, use the… Read More
Disable Router SSID Broadcast For Security
You can disable router SSID broadcast and then connect to the router manually to improve security. This isn’t really necessary if you have WPA-2 enabled and have a secure password, but some people might prefer to have their router in stealth mode. When neighbors or strangers driving around down your street browse for a wireless… Read More
Install Wired Network
Install wired network is preferred, if possible. A wireless network is convenient. But in terms of speed, reliability and security, a wired network setup is the way to go. You can wire your entire home over a weekend and we’re going to give you some pointers on how to do this. When you’re finished, each computer… Read More