One type of electronic device to especially avoid is the microwave, which emits a strong signal in the 2.4GHz band, the same wireless band your router operates in. Be careful not to stick your router ...
On the clock and off, I am a gadget problem solver. If you’re reading this column, you’re likely in the same role – the ...
UK households planning New Year's get togethers with family and friends are being earned to check one Wi-Fi setting that is ...
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The Amazon Echo can be a handy accessory to have in your home, but there are common problems that can pop up. Here's how to ...
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Is public Wi-Fi safe to use?

Public Wi-Fi isn't going away, and it's widely used, so the Internet just adapted to its existence and implemented security measures, so it's way less risky to use. Risks still exist—a hacker can ...
Unfortunately, that's not the case, and even unused chargers tend to draw power even when no device is connected, like all electrical kit on the grid. The wasted power from idle phone chargers is ...
T here was a time when using baby gear was a standalone experience. You assembled the crib and then you placed the baby in ...
Try these useful shortcuts for sharing your Wi-Fi with guests, wrangling your to-do list or deciding what to do with family ...
Subscription services are everywhere these days, and they only seem to get more expensive. Luckily, with a Raspberry Pi, you ...
Gibson Dunn—busy representing clients including Dell EMC, Meta and Verizon—was named The American Lawyer's specialty ...