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Tech Terms: WPA2 Encryption & Why You Should Use It

Posted on January 31, 2017 by cynmackley

We explain the tern WPA2 encryption. How it works and why you need to take advantage of it.

Posted in Computer Terms, I've Always Wanted To Know..., Security HelpTagged encryption, Internet, modems, networks, router, security, WEP, wifi, WPA, WPA2Leave a comment

WiFi Woes: Improve Your Router With These Tricks

Posted on October 2, 2016 by cynmackley

Sometimes all it takes to fix a poor WiFi signal is a few simple tweaks to your router.

Posted in Hardware & Peripherals, Using The InternetTagged Hardware, router, routers, switch router channels, update router firmware, wifi, wifi problems, wifi routers, wifi woes1 Comment

What You Need To Connect Your Tablet To The Internet

Posted on September 6, 2016 by cynmackley

We break down what it takes to connect your tablet to the Internet.

Posted in Android, iOS, Using The InternetTagged connect tablet to Internet, high-speed conneciton, hot spot, Internet, mobile hot spot, modem, router, tablets, wirelessLeave a comment

Spotty WiFi At Work: What Can I Do?

Posted on July 14, 2016 by cynmackley

We check out the options for mobile hotspots and explain why you might already have one in your pocket.

Posted in Hardware & Peripherals, Using The InternetTagged mobile hotspot, prepaid mobile hotspot, router, smartphones, tablets, wifi, wireless1 Comment

Understanding Tech Acronyms

Posted on June 16, 2016 by cynmackley

We explain some commonly used tech acronyms.

Posted in Computer Terms, I've Always Wanted To Know..., Smartphones, Using The InternetTagged 3G, 4G, dsl, modem, router, smartphone, tablets, tech definitions, wi-fi, wifi12 Comments

How Do I Get WiFi On A Desktop PC?

Posted on February 24, 2015 by cynmackley

Mary wants to know how to get WiFi on her desktop PC. We break down the basics.

Posted in Hardware & PeripheralsTagged desktop, router, wifi connection, wireless apdapterLeave a comment

New Tech – Why Do I Need It? Part 1

Posted on November 22, 2014 by cynmackley

Lillian wants to know why anyone wants mobile tech and just how it works anyway. We break down the basics.

Posted in Hardware & Peripherals, I've Always Wanted To Know..., SmartphonesTagged isp, modem, router, smartphone, tablets, touchscreenLeave a comment

Why Is My WiFi Signal Weak?

Posted on November 11, 2014 by cynmackley

If you are having problems receiving your wi-fi signal, there are a number of possible reasons. Here are a few...

Posted in Computer Terms, File & Disk Management, I've Always Wanted To Know..., Smartphones, System Tune-Up Help, UncategorizedTagged cox, microwave, phone, range, router, wi-fi6 Comments

Internet Speed Vs. LAN Speed

Posted on October 28, 2014 by cynmackley

Jim wants to know if a 150 Mbps router would help if he only gets 20 Mbps from his ISP.

Posted in Hardware & Peripherals, I've Always Wanted To Know...Tagged Internet speeds, router, throughputLeave a comment

2 Routers With Modem, Is It Possible?

Posted on June 11, 2014 by cynmackley

Rodney would like to use a second router to extend his Internet signal. But, we may have a better solution.

Posted in Hardware & PeripheralsTagged Ethernet over power, modem, networks, router, wirelessLeave a comment

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