While anti-virus programs used to be very made-for-purpose, modern anti-viruses include a suite of products that not only protect you against viruses but also against malware, ads, phishing scams, and a lot more. They also tend to give you multiple licenses to protect several devices, and while there are some good free options, going with … Read more
Introducing a virtual private network (VPN) to your everyday web browsing is a smart move for a few reasons. For starters, it’s a great way to safeguard your user data when you’re surfing the internet. Because VPNs switch you to a different network and IP address, they’re terrific for accessing region-specific content. Have you been … Read more
There are few things more frustrating than trying to work, game, or stream a movie and experiencing stuttering, pausing, and other unstable behavior due to a dodgy internet connection. Even if your Wi-Fi signal is strong or you’re using a wired connection, you can still experience hiccups due to the irritating phenomenon of packet loss. … Read more
Even if you’re not sure what a virtual private network (VPN) actually is, we bet you’ve heard of a platform called NordVPN. A tried and true player in the ultra-competitive world of VPN services, NordVPN is used by more than 14 million people, and is available for numerous desktop and mobile devices. But even if software … Read more
Digital Trends Using a VPN when you’re out and about makes a lot of sense. You want to protect your user data and important info when using public Wi-Fi to surf the web, and not many free-to-join networks provide the end-to-end encryption a VPN delivers. But in the safety and privacy of one’s own home, … Read more
For the longest time, all internet was run along the same copper cables that we’ve been using for our phone lines, and while that was revolutionary for the time, there is a limit to how fast they can go, which poses a problem. Luckily, the future is here in the form of fiber optic internet, … Read more
Cellular carriers around the country are doing everything they can to expand their 5G coverage networks. Millions of people are already covered by a 5G tower in their area, and more are scheduled to arrive throughout 2024 — bringing increased speeds to folks everywhere from the biggest city to the most remote mountain town. Nearly … Read more
A printer’s IP address is a group of four sets of numbers separated by periods that allows wireless access to your printer’s settings and information via a web browser. A WPS PIN (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is an eight-digit number that lets you connect your printer to the Wi-Fi network without a password. At some point … Read more
Casezy/Getty Images Wi-Fi problems can strike anyone at any time, no matter how much networking experience you may have. But if you’ve not come across a particular Wi-Fi issue before, there’s no need to worry if you don’t know how to fix it. All you need are the right tools and a few tips, and … Read more
Do you need a new router or is someone outside of your household using your Wi-Fi without you knowing? There are lots of possible reasons behind a slow internet connection (and solutions), but if you think someone is stealing your Wi-Fi, you’ll need to know how to confirm if that’s happening and how to stop … Read more
