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Question from Jamey: Hi Rick. I hope you can answer a question for me.
My Internet is a lot slower than it should be. I’m supposed to be getting 200 Megs for downloads but according to SpeedTest.net it’s only about 6 Megs even with my desktop computer connected directly to the modem.
Nothing else is connected at all to the Internet at all, not even with WiFi. [Read more…]
A secure network is critical. From personal devices to business infrastructures, the risks of cyberattacks, data breaches, and unauthorized access are rising at alarming rates.
Hackers are becoming more sophisticated, targeting individuals and organizations through methods like phishing, malware, ransomware, and network intrusions.
The consequences of a weak or poorly protected network can be devastating, leading to financial loss, compromised data, and damaged reputations. Advancements in technology have made it possible to establish stronger defenses and adopt strategies that minimize risks. [Read more…]
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Have you ever used a hotel’s secure Wi-Fi network while staying there as a guest?
How about the secure Wi-Fi network that serves the building you work in – or even the network at your church?
Many of us routinely use these types of secured Wi-Fi networks without giving them a second thought, because…well, they’re encrypted, and therefore safe, right?
As a general rule these secured networks are indeed safe and we can use them without having to worry about having our usernames, passwords and personal info being stolen.
But there’s also a danger with using hotel Wi-Fi networks that you need to know about…
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Question from Bill: I have DSL Internet through our local landline telephone company and it seems to be getting slower every day.
I just bought a new desktop computer that has both a wired Ethernet port and a wireless WiFi card in it. That got me to thinking.
Is there any way to use both of those network adapters at once to double my effective Internet speed? [Read more…]
Question from Bill: I was reading the manual that came with my new IP camera and it referred to both public IP addresses and private IP addresses.
I got the camera working just fine but now I’m curious about the difference between public and private IP addresses.
Can you clear it up for me?
Rick’s answer: [Read more…]