While strength is often visually represented in the form of cones, bars, or dots, it’s really calculated in the form of decibels per milliwatt, or dBm. A perfect signal is -30dBm, which you’ll ...

It's easy to blame your router for internet slowdowns, dead spots, and dropouts. But your problem may be less about which model you own and more about factors such as where you put it. Consumer ...

Install either a desktop or a wall plug-in range extender halfway between the WiFi router and the weak/dead area. Access the ...

Wireless networks like WiFi have become an essential part of our lives. Whether we are working from home, helping our kids with their homework, or streaming our favorite shows on Netflix, we cannot ...

With all of us hunkering down, your home’s Wi-Fi network might be close to critical mass—and weak in places where you need it most. Adding a Wi-Fi extender or a mesh network will help you get a ...

Sure Apple stuff "just works," but that doesn't mean your Mac does everything you want it to. For example, yesterday I wanted to survey my surroundings and connect to the wireless network with the ...

Upgrading your internet plan might sound like the easiest way to fix a slow or unreliable connection. But before you commit to a higher monthly bill, it’s ...

The coronavirus pandemic is now in its third year, which means that many former commuters are now in their third year of working from home. Even folks who are back in the office a few days a week are ...