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Home WiFi Problems and Mesh WiFi

Topic: Computer Software & Hardware ,    Subtopic: WiFi Questions Tags: mesh wifi-mesh 802.11

I'm frustrated with my poor internet signal throughout the house. My download speeds range from slow to unusable. I'm unsure if it's my router or my laptop. Some of my friends mentioned wifi mesh, but I have no idea what that is. A quick google showed me that Orbi and Google have products, but I ha...

asked: UTC 2020-07-09 12:10 PM
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What is the best, most reliable router for home use?

Topic: Computer Software & Hardware ,    Subtopic: WiFi Questions Tags: router home router wifi IoT internet security

This doesn't necessarily have to be a WiFi router, but I'm not opposed. I'm just looking for tips on stability of the router, performance, security features for home IoT devices, etc. I'd love a great GUI or management app as well to control and administer the entire thing, also!...

asked: UTC 2020-08-15 11:30 AM
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How might we strengthen spotty wifi in our home?

Topic: Computer Software & Hardware ,    Subtopic: WiFi Questions

We believe we've done all we can to improve our internet connection -- but it still drops at times, sometimes only for seconds, but it's enough to cause all kinds of interruptions. What can we do about it?...

asked: UTC 2020-10-06 02:40 PM
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Why do I lose 4G when the internet goes out?

Topic: Computer Software & Hardware ,    Subtopic: WiFi Questions

There is only one internet provider in my town and it's pretty common to have outages, especially when there's construction downtown. It's incredibly frustrating to lose internet, but it's crippling for 4G and phone service to go out at the same time. Why does it all go out together? I thought cell ...

asked: UTC 2020-12-09 07:34 PM
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Can you add Airprint to an existing Brother Printer that doesn’t already support it?

Topic: Computer Software & Hardware ,    Subtopic: WiFi Questions

I have an existing Brother MFC9330 printer that doesn't support airprint. It does support wireless printing as it has a wifi card. That has always worked very well. But it doesn't support printing from my iPad or iPhone.   Are there any existing Brother add-ons or 3rd party devices to add air...

asked: UTC 2020-12-25 08:44 PM
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Who locally in rural Woodstock, Vermont, or the surrounding areas uses 7M Consolidated Communications (Fairpoint) Internet and how can I boost the speed?

Topic: Computer Software & Hardware ,    Subtopic: WiFi Questions Tags: consolidated communications cable wifi internet

How’s it going for you? Do you have any suggestions for boosting internet speed? The internet at our new house is pokey and makes working from home difficult. We’d love suggestions! And yes, Consolidated Communications is currently our only option until EC Fiber is brought to Woodstock, ...

asked: UTC 2021-01-29 07:15 PM
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Is it normal for wifi speeds to be slower than advertised? Is there anything I can do to get my wifi to be closer to the advertised speed?

Topic: Computer Software & Hardware ,    Subtopic: WiFi Questions Tags: Wifi Slow wifi Slower than advertised Verizon wifi

My wifi (Verizon) has been slow recently and I have done speed tests to prove that it's not just my imagination. Is there anything I can do about this?...

asked: UTC 2021-07-12 03:45 PM
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