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Computers:Networking Equipment
How to Find Your Modem's ADSL Password
Posted at 19:35, 16/10/2008 by LauraWilliams
You don’t use your ADSL password frequently so you may not know it. If you need to retrieve it, follow this video tutorial.
Turn Your iPhone into a PC Remote Control
Posted at 22:54, 10/10/2008 by LauraWilliams
Even if you have tons of remote controls laying around, you need to check out this simple alternative use for the iPhone. Use it as both a touchpad and a mini-keyboard. Nice!
Set up Universal Ad Blocking through Your Router
Posted at 00:45, 08/10/2008 by LauraWilliams
You may already be familiar with Tomato, firmware that can boost your Wi-Fi signal, track bandwidth usage, and set Quality Service rules. Lifehacker shows you how to universally block ads across your entire home network by adding a custom script to Tomato.
Convert a Fax to an Email (Windows)
Posted at 17:25, 03/10/2008 by LauraWilliams
This video shows you how to get a copy of incoming faxes sent to your email without having to pay a monthly fee for a service.
How to Troubleshoot an Internet Connection DNS Error
Posted at 20:19, 29/09/2008 by LauraWilliams
Internet connectivity problems can be frustrating because there are so many possible solutions depending on your equipment.
Modem Booster Makes Your Internet 300% Faster
Posted at 21:13, 29/09/2008 by LauraWilliams
When we posted a tip about NetEagle—a program that speeds up your Internet connection—one member responded that it slowed down his system. Modem Booster from inKline Global seems to have received great reviews; perhaps this is a better option!
A Simple Way to Identify the Problem with Your Modem
Posted at 21:26, 29/09/2008 by LauraWilliams
This simple test will help you determine where exactly your modem problem lies. You may want to try this before you take your computer in for repair.
Find Wireless Networks with Xirrus Wi-Fi Monitor (Free!)
Posted at 22:27, 25/09/2008 by LauraWilliams
Xirrus Wi-Fi Monitor is a free cross-platform Wi-Fi tool that displays available networks on a very cool radar map. More specifically, the app searches for Wi-Fi networks, displays strength, detects rogue access points, and helps you tweak your network for the best signal.
Boost Your WiFI Signal with a Cooking Strainer
Posted at 21:54, 24/09/2008 by LauraWilliams
Parabolic surfaces are perfect for collecting errant wireless signals and focusing them, and the food strainer in your kitchen cabinet is a parabola waiting to do something other than hold pasta.
Monitor Your Monthly Bandwidth with Your Router
Posted at 00:19, 12/09/2008 by LauraWilliams
In the face of internet service providers like Comcast instituting bandwidth-capping, the Simple Help weblog details how to use a router running the open-source DD-WRT firmware to monitor your bandwidth.
Networking in WindowsXP: IPCONFIG Error
Posted at 10:13, 28/08/2008 by efyefy
In Microsoft Windows you run ipconfig to display all current TCP/IP network configuration values and refresh domain name settings—or more simply put, to find your IP address and get online. But sometimes you get an error.
10 Tips for Wireless Home Network Security
Posted at 22:22, 16/08/2008 by efyefy
Setting up a wireless network is no fun. I had to go through the process three different times just to get the modem and router working properly. Even if you’re more tech-savvy that I am, you still need to take your time to ensure network security.
Test Your Internet Speed for Free
Posted at 09:40, 17/08/2008 by efyefy
Think your Internet connection needs some caffeine? Suspect you’re not getting what you pay for? Head over to Speedtest.net to test your Internet speed for free.
Router WiFi Interference: Is it Your Cordless Phone?
Posted at 17:37, 24/07/2008 by LauraWilliams
CNET editor Felisa Yang offers a few possible causes of wireless interference and simple solutions to address them.
Find the Cause of Wireless Interference with Wi-Spy
Posted at 17:51, 24/07/2008 by LauraWilliams
You could make an educated guess about what’s causing wireless interference. If you can’t locate the problem it may be wise to use a more sophisticated method of interference detection.
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