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What is a router?

Posted on May 26, 2022May 13, 2022 by cynmackley

Several of you aren't exactly sure what a router is or what it does. We've got simple answers.

Posted in Hardware & Peripherals, I've Always Wanted To Know..., Uncategorized, Using The InternetTagged Internet, router, tech terms, using the internetLeave a comment

Move Your Router, Improve Your WiFi

Posted on February 11, 2022January 30, 2022 by cynmackley
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If the WiFi signal in your home isn’t that great and there doesn’t seem to be any technical problem with your router, computer or WiFi provider, it might just be where you have the router located in your house.

Posted in Hardware & PeripheralsTagged router, wi-fi signal problems, wifi, wifi interferenceLeave a comment

How do I keep my Echo safe?

Posted on May 14, 2019April 13, 2019 by cynmackley

Important steps to take to secure your Amazon Echo or any smart device.

Posted in Cloud Storage, Computer Terms, Cyn's Tech Tips, Hardware & PeripheralsTagged Alexa, amazon, echo, IoT, router, security, smart home, smart home securityLeave a comment

WiFi Extender help

Posted on June 27, 2018June 15, 2018 by cynmackley

Can you set up a WiFi extender without a WPS button? We check it out.

Posted in Hardware & Peripherals, Uncategorized, Using The InternetTagged boost wifi signal, router, wifi, wifi antenna, WiFi extender, wpsLeave a comment

Your secret router password (and how to change it)

Posted on June 14, 2018May 30, 2018 by cynmackley

There's a secret password for your WiFi network. We'll show you how to reset it.

Posted in Hardware & Peripherals, Security Help, UncategorizedTagged default network password, network security, reset password, router, security, wifiLeave a comment

Norton Core Router

Posted on December 15, 2017December 14, 2017 by cynmackley

Check out a router that protects all of your home devices and even keeps your kids safe. We look at the Norton Core.

Posted in Android, Computer Terms, Hardware & Peripherals, iOS, Mac OS, Security Help, Uncategorized, Using The Internet, Windows 10Tagged anti-virus, home network, network security, norton, Norton Core, parental controls, router, security, smart home, wifi, wireless routerLeave a comment

Why Do I Have To Pay My ISP To Connect?

Posted on May 1, 2017 by cynmackley

A reader wants to know why they even have to bother paying an ISP as long as they have a modem and router.

Posted in Hardware & Peripherals, I've Always Wanted To Know..., Using The InternetTagged Internet service provider, isp, modem, quick tips, router, wirelessLeave a comment

WiFi: The Super-Simple Explanation (I Hope)

Posted on April 24, 2017 by cynmackley

WiFi 101 - we break down how a wireless signal works.

Posted in Hardware & Peripherals, I've Always Wanted To Know..., Using The InternetTagged Internet, modem, router, tech terms, understanding wifi, wifi, wireless4 Comments

Tech Terms: How Can I Make Computer WiFi Enabled?

Posted on April 24, 2017 by cynmackley

A look at how to get started with wireless printing.

Posted in Computer Terms, Hardware & Peripherals, Printing Help, UncategorizedTagged connecting to wifi, quick tips, router, tech terms, wireless printing2 Comments

How to: Router Level Ad Blocking

Posted on March 8, 2017 by cynmackley

Block ads on all your devices from the router level with this trick.

Posted in Security Help, Using The Internet, Windows 10, Windows 8Tagged adblock, android, ios, iphone, network, router, router configuration, router setup, windows1 Comment

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