Data transmission

Nasa’s psyche spacecraft sets new record in space communications by transmitting data from over 140 million miles

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NEW DELHI: Nasa’s Deep Space Optical Communications (DSOC) technology demonstration, aboard the Psyche spacecraft, successfully transmitted a copy of engineering data from a distance of over 140 million miles (226 million kilometers), which is 1½ times the distance between Earth and the Sun, after interfacing with Psyche’s radio frequency transmitter.Although the spacecraft doesn’t rely on … Read more

How to set up a VPN on an iPhone or iPad in 2024

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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

What Is Packet Loss, and How Do You Fix It?

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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

Wi-Fi not working? How to fix the most common Wi-Fi problems

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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

How to extend your Wi-Fi range with another router

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Wi-Fi makes it easy to connect your laptop, smartphone, gaming console, and more to the internet without the need for pesky cables. However, folks with large homes that span multiple floors have probably run into reception issues in rooms far away from the router. Wi-Fi routers work best across short distances – meaning far-flung rooms … Read more

The 4 Best Cable Modems for Xfinity, Spectrum & More in 2024

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Image used with permission by copyright holder If you have home internet, you’ll likely have been sent a towering internet box we call a cable modem. Seemingly innocuous, that modem can cost you big time over the years as you usually have to pay rental fee to your ISP provider for using it. It only … Read more