I finally upgraded from gigabit and realized how much my network was holding me back
…But Wi-Fi 7? That's where 2.5GbE can start to feel like the limit. Related I've got 10GbE networking and I'm here to say you probably don't…
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Home labbers say to ditch your ISP router, but the Fritz Box 7530 has WireGuard, dynamic DNS, and even a media server
…The 7530 AX supports the company's own mesh Wi-Fi system, which lets you combine multiple Fritz devices into a single seamless wireless network. Unlike the clunky extender setups you get…
The smart TV in your living room is training AI - here's how to stop it
…Related Your smart TV may be holding your entire Wi-Fi hostage Make your Wi-Fi great again by removing your smart TV from it You probably agreed to the proxy without…
Your weirdest Ethernet issues may have nothing to do with your router, cable, or Windows
…A faulty port on the router or motherboard can cause a flaky connection The router itself may not be the issue Your Wi-Fi 6E or Wi-Fi 7 router may be…
Used enterprise switches are absurdly cheap, and they unlock features home routers can't touch
…Sign in to your XDA account Even the best Wi-Fi routers for home use are intentionally hobbled. Not at the core, but on the periphery, where you'd expect advanced features…
These Home Assistant Prime Day deals transformed my smart home, but one was the game-changer
…This compact device is responsible for creating a mesh network outside of Wi-Fi channels, freeing up wireless bandwidth for clients such as smartphones and laptops. With this Sonoff dongle running alongside…
Your network switch is probably the wrong one, and here's how to tell before you buy
…I was mistaken, and it meant I couldn't run some of the Wi-Fi 7 access points without external power. You can go for a mostly 2.5 GbE-enabled network…
I ditched my travel router for a spare Android phone, and it actually worked
…Sign in to your XDA account As an avid traveler, over the years I've considered investing in a travel router simply because hotel Wi-Fi tends to be terrible, and I…
I bought a KVM-over-IP for my home lab, and I can't believe I waited this long
…This KVM works over Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and also 5G RedCap , ensuring that I'll have connectivity to my home server for admin tasks no matter what. Well, okay, if the local…
The ESP32 makes more sense than a Raspberry Pi for your smart home
…Next, pair them with your Wi-Fi and tuck them into walls, ceilings, or junction boxes. They’ll update their firmware over Wi-Fi, and you don’t need to touch them…