How-To Geek - Wifi & Routers

Stop Buying “Gaming” Products (Buy These Instead)

Tim Brookes — Tue, 19 Dec 2023 12:00:24 GMT

You don’t need to spend over the odds on “gaming” branded products. If you’re happy to forego the branding and RGB you’ll save money, which means you can spend more on the things that matter (like GPUs and games).

Do You Need a Laptop With 4G or 5G? 5 Things to Consider

Bemfica de Oliva — Tue, 12 Dec 2023 17:00:23 GMT

Laptops that support mobile internet have become less uncommon in the past few years. Here's what to consider if you're wondering whether 4G or 5G connections are a must-have or something superfluous for your next laptop.

How to Kick People Off Your Wi-Fi Network

Jason Fitzpatrick — Sat, 02 Dec 2023 13:30:25 GMT

Once you've given someone your Wi-FI password, they have unlimited access to your Wi-Fi, and they can join your network on all their devices. Here's how to boot them off and secure your network.

Secure Your Wireless Router: 8 Things You Can Do Right Now

Chris Hoffman — Fri, 27 Oct 2023 15:01:27 GMT

Your router is the hub for all of the devices on your home network, and helps protect all of the devices on your network against attack from the Internet. Here are some ways you can make sure your security is in tip-top shape.

How to Add More Ethernet Ports to Your Router

Tim Brookes — Fri, 20 Oct 2023 15:30:25 GMT

While most of us rely on wireless at home, wired internet is often a better choice. The only catch is that most home routers only have a handful of ports. Adding more ports is easy, but there are a few things to consider when setting things up.

How to Find the Best Wi-Fi Channel for Your Router on Any Operating System

Chris Hoffman — Mon, 11 Sep 2023 13:30:31 GMT

If you live in an apartment complex, or anywhere else with a lot of wireless networks, you've probably noticed more than just the passive-aggressive network IDs that your neighbors use — you've probably had problems with your wireless connections dropping out, or just not being as fast as you'd like. This often has to do with the Wi-Fi channels in your area.

Understanding Routers, Switches, and Network Hardware

Jason Fitzpatrick — Sat, 02 Sep 2023 13:00:27 GMT

When do you need a switch? A hub? What exactly does a router do? Do you need a router if you have a single computer? Network technology can be quite an arcane area of study but armed with the right terms and a general overview of how devices function on your home network you can deploy your network with confidence.

How to Find Your Router's IP Address on Any Computer, Smartphone, or Tablet

Chris Hoffman — Sat, 26 Aug 2023 12:00:27 GMT

If you've ever needed to access your router's setup page to make some configuration changes, you know you need your router's IP address to gain access. If you've forgotten what that IP address is, here's how to find it on just about every platform.

AT&T's New 5G Home Internet Service Is ”Internet Air"

Arol Wright — Tue, 22 Aug 2023 21:08:02 GMT

Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile have rolled out 5G networks to some degree across the United States, and while some have been more successful than others, they're already alternatives to landline internet for many people. AT&T, in particular, has thought of a smart way to harness its 5G network that you've probably thought about yourself — as a Wi-Fi router that you can just plug in and get going in no time.

How to See Who's Connected to Your Wi-Fi Network

Chris Hoffman — Tue, 22 Aug 2023 12:30:27 GMT

Do you know who's connected to your router's Wi-Fi network? Take a look at the list of devices connected to your Wi-Fi network from your router or computer to find out.