To Mesh Or Not To Mesh? You're probably aware of the performance advantages of Mesh WiFi but find yourself wondering if the improvement in performance justifies the cost. In this article, we'll take a closer
When Is It Time For A Powerline Wi-Fi Extender? Are you having difficulties extending your WiFi coverage? A Powerline WiFi Extender may or may not be the answer. If your home contains a lot of
Wi-Fi Extenders - The Good,The Bad, And The Ugly In this article, we're going to discuss the good the bad, and the ugly of using Wi-Fi extenders to expand your wireless network. The concept is
In this article, I'll cover a wide variety of solutions you can use to increase your Internet speeds and the performance of your Wi-Fi network using fixes that range from small tweaks to your wireless
The Complete Guide To Setting Up Your Wireless Router Back in the early days of Wi-Fi, setting up a wireless was not such an easy task. The Internet forums were filled with frustrated people trying
Speaking Fluent Wi-Fi When traveling abroad your trip can be more meaningfull and enjoyable if you spend a little time learning about some of the customs, phrases, and items on the menu before visiting your
Get To Know Your Home Network Home networking is at the center of so many people's lives yet so few know anything about it. What would your life be like without your home internet connection?
Setting up a home network that actually does what you want it to can be a daunting task. Do you feel a little lost when buying new home networking devices? Maybe you feel a little frustrated and confused when trying to set everything up. Allow me to ease your frustrations. I created the WiFi Guy.net /Home IT Handbook Combo to shed some light on your path to an Awesome Home Network. Now you can get it done the right way without the “help” of annoying nerds or pushy sales associates!
The HOME IT HANDBOOK walks you through network configurations in a graphical, easy to understand way. Make the most of all your networking devices.
Home networking DEVICE REVIEWS categorized by features to demonstrate their best use. Find devices that are right for your situation.
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Consider this. Your home Internet connection provides you with access to shopping, banking, entertainment, socializing, school, and even work. Since much of your life revolves around your home network shouldn’t home networking become a common skill like home maintenance and basic car repair? Sadly, most people would rather avoid technical learning curves. I get it! I know how painful flipping through two-inch-thick tech manuals can be.
That’s why I created an easy-to-follow step-by-step guide on how to set up a home network from scratch. Not just any home network but an Awesome Home Network with file sharing, backups, remote control, VPN access, a NAS, IP cameras, network printing, and more. With my Home IT Handbook, you can have the same mastery of your home network that the IT Guy does at work. It’s FREE so why not check it out and go from “Computer Novice” to “Home IT Guru?”
I get asked this question a lot. My answer is always the same, “That depends on your situation.” I say. The fact is there is no single “best wireless router” for everyone, just like there is no single “best car” for everyone. Everyone has individual needs, interests, and different-sized homes. That’s why I like to separate wireless routers into three common categories:
If money is a concern it’s possible to find a great wireless router for under $100. Features such as dual bands, USB ports for file and printer sharing, Gigabit switch ports, QoS, and advanced WiFi security have all become standard in most routers. Now even more advanced features such as MU-MIMO support and Beamforming can be found on many affordable routers.
There are different approaches to getting maximum WiFi coverage in a large home. In our section on large homes, we discuss extenders, Powerline, Mesh, and brute-forcing it with long-range wireless routers. The best solution depends on the layout of your home and your budget.
The demands of video streaming and online gaming can drag a wireless network down quickly if you’re router doesn’t have enough horsepower to handle it. It’s times like this when Tri-Band support, QOS, and multiple, fast processors come into play. Several wireless router manufacturers have stepped up to the plate and designed awesome wireless routers for gaming.
Quality and performance at an affordable price.
Long range capabilities for larger homes
Ultimate performance and features designed for gamers.
They call me “Jerry” or “JJ.” I’ve been a Tech Support Technician for over 25 years. I’m also a regular guy who likes sports, good food, cracking jokes, and hanging out with friends. In my day-to-day life, I enjoy making technology more understandable for people. I love being there when the “light goes on” and a person suddenly “gets it.” Learning computer networking opened a whole new world for me and I’d like to share that world with my subscribers and everyone who downloads my Free eBook.
WiFi Guy.net is not just another “shopping site.” It’s designed to help you find the right technology for your situation without overspending. The Home IT Handbook takes it a step further by helping you set it all up. Soon I’ll be cranking out home networking videos on my Youtube Channel to compliment both. Please use my Contact page for any feedback or requests. Thanks for visiting! – JJ (WiFi Guy)
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