Most of us understand how important it is to keep our smartphones, laptops and other connected devices updated with the latest version of the operating system, otherwise known as “the OS”. With each new OS version- whether it’s Apple iOS, Google Android, Microsoft Windows or something else updates are made to fix bugs, add new […]
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Internet and Wi-Fi
What’s the difference between the Internet & Wi-Fi? The Internet is connected networks all over the world. Wi-Fi is your personal wireless network within your home. Why is a speed test not showing the speed I pay for? There is a box (usually some type of modem) that brings Internet into your home from your […]
Continue readingWhat Factors Affect Connection Speeds?
Getting fast, reliable Wi-Fi in our home networks is essential. We connect more devices than ever to Wi-Fi, including smart phones, tablets, laptops and a growing list of smart devices. And we use them 24/7 for everything from video streaming and social media sharing to home automation and monitoring. But sometimes it seems like we’re […]
Continue readingWhat Is The Ideal Placement For Your Wi-Fi Router?
To enjoy the best possible online experience, your router needs to be able to send out a strong signal to your wireless devices, wherever you are in your home. In general, the signal gets weaker the farther you are from your Wi-Fi router. If possible, you should place the Wi-Fi router on a shelf. The […]
Continue readingHaving Wi-Fi Problems? Make Sure Your Router Is Up To Date!
If you’re like most people, you connect to the Internet at home using a Wi-Fi connection. Since most of your devices—whether they’re smart phones, tablets, or laptops—are designed to be used wirelessly, the only way to get online with them is by connecting them to the device that provides the Wi-Fi signal in your home. […]
Continue readingOptimizing Your Home Wi-Fi Network For Best Coverage and Performance
Your home Wi-Fi network is now as essential to everyday life as electricity and running water. So when you have problems connecting to the network from your laptop or your smart phone, you feel the impact in many different areas of your life— whether you’re trying to download important emails from work, research your next […]
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