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tutorial How to use Xbox Networking in Windows 10, to check your connection to Xbox Live

How to use Xbox Networking in Windows 10, to check your connection to Xbox Live

One of the small improvements in Windows 10 Fall Creators Update is the addition of a new tool called Xbox Networking. It gives information on your latency, packet loss rate, and whether your home network is properly configured for online play through Xbox Live services. Xbox Networking is Microsoft's attempt to identify and resolve issues preventing you from using voice chatting and playing multiplayer
review Reviewing ASUS RT-AC86U: High-end performance and great hardware!

Reviewing ASUS RT-AC86U: High-end performance and great hardware!

ASUS RT-AC86U AC2900 is the latest wireless router launched by ASUS worldwide. It is a beautiful router, with modern hardware, support for all the latest wireless technologies, and top-notch performance. If you would like to see what you get from this premium router, read this detailed review and comparison with other routers in its niche: What is the ASUS RT-AC86U AC2900 router good
review Reviewing the TP-LINK Smart Wi-Fi LED Bulb with Color Changing Hue (LB130)

Reviewing the TP-LINK Smart Wi-Fi LED Bulb with Color Changing Hue (LB130)

TP-LINK makes plenty of smart home devices, not only wireless routers. We recently received for testing their most expensive and attractive smart bulbs: TP-LINK LB130. It features full RGB lighting, integration with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, a mobile app that is easy to use for configuring the light bulb, and valuable energy savings. Read this review to see our opinion about this smart
review Reviewing the Tenda AC9 AC1200 wireless router - A rough diamond!

Reviewing the Tenda AC9 AC1200 wireless router - A rough diamond!

Tenda is a chinese company, based in Shenzhen, China, with a very large physical presence. They sell networking equipment for both consumers and businesses and they have some of the most affordable wireless routers that money can buy. We received for testing one of their recent models: Tenda AC9. It is an AC1200 WiFi router with very aggressive pricing and surprisingly fast wireless output.
review Security for everyone - Reviewing ExpressVPN 6 for Windows

Security for everyone - Reviewing ExpressVPN 6 for Windows

If you generally care about your privacy and the protection of your information, then you should also care about your digital life. Nowadays we store an increasing amount of data digitally, and we're sure that you wouldn't like any of that to be compromised. It is well known that you should protect your computers and devices against malware, but what about the security of
review Reviewing TP-LINK Archer C5400 - Future-proofing your wireless network!

Reviewing TP-LINK Archer C5400 - Future-proofing your wireless network!

TP-LINK Archer C5400 is one the most advanced wireless routers ever built by TP-LINK. It is the successor to the Archer C3200 which we loved using and testing. When we received it for testing, we were very excited because this router features very powerful hardware and many advanced features. Our previous experience has shown that, to benefit from the most advanced routers, you need
review Reviewing ASUS RT-AC58U - Is it a top-notch AC1300 wireless router?

Reviewing ASUS RT-AC58U - Is it a top-notch AC1300 wireless router?

ASUS RT-AC58U AC1300 is a new router that aims to compete in the crowded space of wireless routers that cost somewhere between 100 and 150 USD. It stands out because it includes a new quad-core processor that is included in very few routers. This processor is industry's first single-chip Wi-Fi system-on-chip to bring Wave-2 802.11ac features that were standardized in 2016. In theory, we
review Reviewing the ASUS BRT-AC828 - For businesses that want more!

Reviewing the ASUS BRT-AC828 - For businesses that want more!

When installing a wireless router in a business environment, you ask a lot more from it than when using a similar device designed for the consumer market. First of all, you expect improved reliability: you need it to be capable of handling more client connections on WiFi, and you have to get better security. ASUS BRT-AC828 is the latest offering from ASUS for the
tutorial How to customize advanced network sharing settings in Windows

How to customize advanced network sharing settings in Windows

Very few people pay attention to how Windows is set when it comes to network sharing, what is shared with the network and how. Luckily, both Windows 10 and Windows 8.1 offer a panel that allows you to control every important setting, so that file network sharing is enabled only when you are connected to trusted private networks and sharing is done in a
review Reviewing the TP-LINK TL-WPA8630P AV1200 powerline Wi-Fi kit

Reviewing the TP-LINK TL-WPA8630P AV1200 powerline Wi-Fi kit

Powerline adapters represent a good way to extend the network coverage in your home or in your office, especially in areas where your router's wireless signal doesn't reach. TP-LINK TL-WPA8630P is a high-end powerline adapter kit that promises a maximum theoretical bandwidth of 1200 Mbps. It is the fastest device of its kind in TP-LINK's portfolio and we were very curious to see what
review Reviewing ASUS RP-AC68U - The range extender that you can't ignore!

Reviewing ASUS RP-AC68U - The range extender that you can't ignore!

We love it when we get to test premium networking devices like the fastest wireless routers in the world or the latest and the greatest in the world of repeaters and range extender s. Today, we will review for you the latest top-tier range extender from ASUS: RP-AC68U. It's an impressive device that's inspired by the Republic of Gamers lineup of devices from ASUS.