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Are We Using Data?

Posted on July 4, 2017July 19, 2017 by cynmackley

Does WiFi count against your data plan? We check it out,

Posted in Smartphones, Using The InternetTagged 3G, 4G, data, data plans, phones, routers, smartphones, using the internet, wifi4 Comments

Public Wi-Fi: How to Stay Safe and Secure Your Data

Posted on May 16, 2017 by cynmackley

Check out this great infographic for tips on staying safe on public WiFi.

Posted in Computer Terms, Security HelpTagged infographics, internet safety, online security tips, public wifi, security, VPN, wifi1 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

What’s The Point Of A Long-Distance WiFi Antenna?

Posted on February 5, 2017 by cynmackley

We check out why you might want to think about a long-distance WiFi antenna.

Posted in Computer Terms, Hardware & PeripheralsTagged antenna, home network, improving WiFi, Internet, InternWiFi, public wifi, reception, wifiLeave a comment

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

In The News 12/30/2016

Posted on December 29, 2016 by cynmackley

DSL is slow compared to cable, WiFi users can be careless, and Pokemon Go comes to Apple Watch.

Posted in In The NewsTagged Apple Watch, apps, broadband, dsl, FCC, Internet speed, isp, Pokémon Go, public networks, safety, security, wifiLeave a comment

Connect To A Hidden Wireless Network In Windows 10

Posted on November 6, 2016 by cynmackley

The trick to connecting to a hidden network.

Posted in Quick Tips, Using The InternetTagged hidden networks, how to connect to a hidden network, networks, security, using the internet, wifi, wirelessLeave a comment

Wireless Mouse vs. Bluetooth

Posted on October 15, 2016 by cynmackley

Just because your mouse doesn't have wires, doesn't mean it's wireless. We check out three ways a mouse connects to your PC without a cord.

Posted in Computer Terms, Hardware & PeripheralsTagged Bluetooth, Mouse, PCs, types of mouse, wifi, wireless, wireless connection1 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

Any Way To Boost My WiFi?

Posted on September 28, 2016 by cynmackley

Is there a way to boost a WiFi signal that's included as part of the rent? We check it out.

Posted in Computer Terms, Using The InternetTagged Any Way To Boost My WiFi?, boost wifi, extenders, poor wifi signal, quick tips, using the internet, wifi, wireless1 Comment

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