Tag: Wi-Fi

Ethernet is better than Wi-Fi. Find out why it’s worth using the internet with a cord plugged in to your computer.

Travel is picking up in some parts of the world. If you’re in a hotel, take these simple precautions when you go online.

It won't surprise anyone to learn that internet usage has surged dramatically since the Covid-19 pandemic started, thanks to...

Don’t let your guard down when using your devices away from home.

You use your home’s Wi-Fi router every day for everything from streaming to banking. So it’s important to make sure it’s secure.

Will hiding your SSID keep your Wi-Fi network safe? The answer is no—and doing so will even bring more harm than good.

Whether it’s in your local cafe, an airport halfway around the world, or your favorite mall, public Wi-Fi is not safe.

Has the internet run out of IP addresses? Find out about IPv4 vs. IPv6, and why there are enough IPs to serve billions of internet users.

Most routers offer both 2.4 and 5 GHz frequency bands. Which one you should use depends on the coverage area and speed you need.

Connecting to the internet using a portable router or hotspots created with your phone? There are easy ways to protect those connections.