Welcome to our Computer Networking category page, the nexus for all your networking needs, queries, and aspirations. This comprehensive space offers you the lowdown on the gadgets, gear, and technologies that enable seamless connectivity, robust security, and high-speed data transfer within your home or office network. Whether you’re setting up a small home office or managing an enterprise network, our expert insights, reviews, and news updates have got you covered.
Computer networking involves the interconnection of multiple devices, systems, and services to share data and resources. From robust routers and intricate mesh systems to the secure storage offered by NAS devices, this category covers a broad spectrum of technologies designed to optimise your online experiences.
In an increasingly connected world, a stable and secure network is the backbone of any tech-savvy environment. Whether you’re streaming 4K video, managing a smart home, or running a business, the right networking solutions are essential.
Whether you’re a tech-savvy enthusiast looking to upgrade your home network or an IT professional tasked with setting up an enterprise-grade networking solution, our Computer Networking category offers a wealth of information, reviews, and product guides to help you make informed choices. Browse through to become a true networking aficionado!
The TP-Link Deco XE75 has been available in the US for months now, but it is only just getting a UK launch. TP-Link Deco XE75 Pro vs None-Pro There are two variants of the system, a standard and a pro model. In the US, the TP-Link Deco 2-pack is $270, while the Deco XE75 Pro…
I reviewed the Netgear Insight WAX610 a couple of years ago, along with the outdoor WAX610Y. Since then, Netgear has continued to expand the range of WiFi 6 access points, and they now have five options for indoors. Sitting at the top of the pack is the new WiFi 6E WAX630E. The WAX615 I am…
Let’s admit that the modern business world greatly depends on remote connections, especially it has become obvious after the first wave of the coronavirus pandemic when the world faced massive lockdowns. There are not so many situations when we are required to visit the offices of our clients or business partners. The majority of questions…
Earlier in the year, I reviewed the new flagship WiFi 6E gaming router from Netgear, the RAXE500. This new technology is rolling down into more affordable models, and I have recently been checking out the new RAXE300. Netgear RAXE300 vs RAXE500 Specification To save you going over the table below, the RAXE300 is just a…
I have reviewed a few 4G and 5G routers over the years, including 4G and 5G mobile hotspots. It has become an increasingly viable option for home use. I am able to get over 100Mbit/s from Vodafone in my office, while the best I can get from BT Broadband VDSL is 56Mbps. If you live…
On Amazon, there are a growing number of companies selling either Cat 8 or Cat 7 cables. I have seen some Ugreen Cat 8 Ethernet cable posted on HotUKDeals a couple of times in the past year, and you always get people asking if it will help improve their Internet speed. Will Cat 8 Ethernet…
In the past few years, we have slowly started to see an improvement in the number of multi-gig switches. It started off with some affordable unmanaged 2.5GbE switches, but we are now starting to see quite a few 10GbE options. Most home users will have little need for such speeds. In the UK we are…
Multi-WAN routers have not been commonly used in the home environment, but with the work-from-home trend and the growing number of people making a living working online, the need for these routers is increasing. There are typically used in two ways, either as a load balancing router or failover. With load balancing, both WAN ports…
While most of us use WiFi to connect to the Internet now, it will never be as good as Ethernet and I will always use Ethernet whenever possible with my devices. However, from time to time, you may have a strange problem where the Internet doesn’t work even though it is plugged into via the…
The AVM FRITZ!Box 7590 AX was announced in May 2021 and is the WiFi 6 upgrade of the AVM FRITZ!Box 7590 I reviewed five years ago. I don’t personally use VDSL anymore, and I have switched all my WiFi to Zyxel access points, but I still use the FRITZ!Box 7590 is my main router because…
Sky is the second largest ISP after BT (PlusNet, EE) with over 6 million subscribers, and like all ISPs, they suffer from downtime or slow Internet from time to time. However, more often than not, slow Internet can be a result of something wrong with your router or poor Wi-Fi, rather than something wrong with…
[June 2022 Update] It has been a couple of years since I updated this guide. A lot of companies appear to have given up on VDSL routers but there are a few new good options. There are hundreds of routers on the market covering features and pricing to suit everyone. One specific feature set that…
End of content
End of content