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What is a smart home? How do you create a Wi-Fi network? How do you pick a good Wi-Fi router? How do you use and install smart products into your home?

review ASUS RT-AX57 Go review: A versatile travel router!

ASUS RT-AX57 Go review: A versatile travel router!

ASUS started the year 2024 by launching a versatile travel router with an interesting list of features, some of which are surprisingly advanced. This router is named ASUS RT-AX57 Go. It’s small, lightweight, and can provide 4G and 5G mobile tethering capabilities, advanced VPN features, and subscription-free security. If you want to know more about this router and whether it is a good choice,
review ASUS ExpertWiFi EBR63 review: The mid-range router for SMBs!

ASUS ExpertWiFi EBR63 review: The mid-range router for SMBs!

ExpertWiFi EBR63 is not the first ASUS router made for businesses but it’s the first in the company’s new ExpertWiFi line-up. ASUS has dabbled with such routers in the past (I remember testing ASUS BRT-AC828 back in 2017) but never seriously developed a separate line of products. As of 2023, this is changing, and the ExpertWiFi EBR63 is their first Wi-Fi 6 router for
tutorial How to enable or turn off a metered connection in Windows 11

How to enable or turn off a metered connection in Windows 11

A metered connection is a type of connection that limits how much data you can use. If you exceed the limit, you might have to pay extra fees or experience slower speeds. Windows 11 lets you set any connection as metered, whether wireless or wired. This can help you save data and money, but it also affects how Windows 11 and some of your
tutorial How to connect an Android to a Windows 11 PC via Bluetooth

How to connect an Android to a Windows 11 PC via Bluetooth

To transfer files or share the internet connection between your Android phone and your Windows 11 laptop, you need to pair them using Bluetooth. Bluetooth is a widely used technology supported by most Android devices. This tutorial shows you how to connect your Android phone to your laptop, PC, or tablet via Bluetooth in Windows 11: NOTE: This guide is based on Windows
review ASUS ExpertWiFi EBM68 review: Mesh Wi-Fi for SMBs!

ASUS ExpertWiFi EBM68 review: Mesh Wi-Fi for SMBs!

Although ASUS has a lot of expertise in building high-quality routers and mesh Wi-Fi systems for home users, the company has not focused on building networking solutions for business users so far. Luckily, things are changing with the introduction of the new ExpertWiFi lineup, which includes networking equipment designed for small and medium-sized businesses. Their first mesh system for the business sector is the
review ASUS TUF Gaming AX3000 V2 review: A good mid-range router

ASUS TUF Gaming AX3000 V2 review: A good mid-range router

Fast internet connections are slowly gaining ground everywhere in the world. As our homes and businesses are increasingly crowded with more devices that require Wi-Fi connectivity, getting yourself a good router is a must. If you want a solid mid-range Wi-Fi 6 router, which features modern hardware and offers good performance, you should take a look at the ASUS TUF Gaming AX3000 V2 or
review TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus review: A smart choice for large-sized homes

TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus review: A smart choice for large-sized homes

If you’re looking for a smart and relatively affordable robot vacuum, you may want to consider the TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus. It promises to keep your home clean and dust-free, regardless of the floor types in your rooms. The Tapo RV30 Plus is part of the latest family of smart home devices made by TP-Link, a well-known brand in this industry. In this review,
review Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10+ review: Excellent automated cleaning!

Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10+ review: Excellent automated cleaning!

While robot vacuums are similar in terms of looks and general design, they vary greatly in price, technology, features, and usefulness. If you have a large living space or office that needs regular cleaning, you’re better served by the more expensive options, which feature a docking station that removes the dirt for you. And, if you don’t have many carpets, you’ll surely want a
review TP-Link Tapo C225 review: Affordable home surveillance!

TP-Link Tapo C225 review: Affordable home surveillance!

Do you have a child that you need to keep an eye on? Or a pet? Or both? Then you may need a surveillance camera for home use. And if you want features like night vision or the ability to have audio conversations remotely, then TP-Link Tapo C225 might just be what you need. Read this review to see if this Wi-Fi home surveillance
review Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10 review: Great for large homes!

Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10 review: Great for large homes!

If you have a large home that requires regular cleaning, affordable robot vacuums are usually a poor choice due to multiple reasons. They tend to have batteries with lower capacity, less advanced navigation systems which make them slow at cleaning your home, and dust bins with lower capacity. That’s why, for larger homes, it is a better idea to look for a more powerful
review TP-Link Tapo C500 review: Affordable outdoor surveillance!

TP-Link Tapo C500 review: Affordable outdoor surveillance!

Do you have a home or small company office where you want to install some video surveillance? Would you fancy a wireless camera that can pan and tilt easily to get 360 degrees coverage, with dust and water resistance, as well as infrared vision for night recording? In this case, TP-Link Tapo C500 should be on your shortlist. This camera is affordable, it has