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Ethernet cables look identical but are rated for very different speeds. Here is what Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, and Cat8 actually support - and why most homes do not need the priciest one.
Read moreTo change any router setting you first have to log in to its admin page. Here is how to find your router's IP address, open the admin page, and what to do if the default password does not work.
Read moreYour WiFi name is its SSID. Changing it is quick - here is where to find the setting, what makes a good (and safe) network name, and what happens to your connected devices.
Read moreA factory reset wipes your router back to defaults - useful when you are locked out or troubleshooting, but disruptive. Here is how to do it right, what you lose, and why the old 30-30-30 trick is outdated.
Read moreA fixed IP keeps a device reachable at the same address every time - essential for port forwarding, network printers, and servers. Here is the easy, router-friendly way to do it.
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