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What is a Wireless Access Point?

In Definitions, Networking, Wireless Access Points by BHN EditorJuly 21, 2019Leave a Comment

A wireless access point is the device that actually handles broadcasting and receiving WiFi signals to and from devices. Most people’s homes are serviced by one access point, the one …

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What is a Switch?

In Definitions, Networking, Switches by BHN EditorJuly 21, 2019Leave a Comment

A Networking switch is a device used to extend networking connections to other devices. Practically speaking for the average person, it’s best to think about them like power outlet strips. …

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What is a Router?

In Definitions, Networking, Routers by BHN EditorJuly 21, 2019Leave a Comment

A router is the command and control for local traffic in and out of your network. It almost always often handles a little more than that, but for a layman’s …

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What is a Modem?

In Definitions, Modems, Networking by BHN EditorJuly 21, 2019Leave a Comment

Lot of people tend to use modem and router interchangeably because they don’t know the difference, or they have always used the ISP provided Gateway, where it’s an all in …

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Best Rural Internet Options

In Home Building, Home Office, Networking, Offgrid, Routers, Wiring by BHN EditorJuly 6, 2019Leave a Comment

So you want to know the best options for internet out in the sticks? This is the article for you. First off, my definition/assumption for Rural Internet is that you …

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What Kind of PoE Switch Do You Need For a Home Network?

In Networking, Power Over Ethernet, Switches by BHN EditorDecember 29, 2018Leave a Comment

Home users demand for PoE switches is rising due to the increasing number of devices that can be powered that way. Typically it’s security cameras or wireless access points driving …

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Why is WiFi Speed Slower Than Wired?

In Networking, Wireless, Wireless Access Points by BHN EditorSeptember 24, 2018Leave a Comment

If you are wondering why your WiFi is slower than if you plug into your router with an ethernet cable, look no further. WiFi is a technology that trades performance …

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What type of ethernet cable should you use in new construction

In Guides, Networking, Wiring by BHN EditorSeptember 17, 20181 Comment

There are actually 3 types of telecom cable worth mentioning when it comes to residential data infrastructure. Coax, specialized types of Ethernet, and fiber. Coax is used for Cable and …

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Methods to Extend WiFi Compared

In Networking, Wireless, Wireless Access Points by BHN EditorSeptember 1, 2018Leave a Comment

WiFi Extenders vs Mesh Network vs Access Points There are a number of methods to extend WiFi coverage, which typically fall into a few broad categories. This primer will educate …

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Best Cable Modem

In Modems, Networking by BHN EditorNovember 27, 2017Leave a Comment

Wondering which is the best cable modem for your connection? This is a quick and easy guide that will lead you to the correct decision. It’s actually fairly easy if …

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