Remote server management has traditionally been the domain of expensive enterprise solutions. However, a new generation of affordable KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) over IP devices has emerged, making remote management accessible to enthusiasts, small businesses, and home lab operators. These solutions allow users to control computers remotely, even at the BIOS level, without requiring physical…
Netgear has expanded its WiFi 7 portfolio with the introduction of the Nighthawk RS100, priced at £129.99, making it the company’s most affordable WiFi 7 router to date. Announced on 12 March 2025, this new addition aims to make next-generation wireless technology more accessible to everyday consumers while still delivering the performance benefits of WiFi…
Netgear has announced its latest additions to the Orbi product line and an enhanced security offering at CES 2025. The new Orbi 870 Series mesh WiFi system and Armor Plus security subscription aim to address the growing demand for high-performance home networking and comprehensive cybersecurity solutions. Related Content Orbi 870 Series: Tri-Band WiFi 7 Mesh…
Most laptops and desktops use a removable WiFi module that you can upgrade as new WiFi standards come out. Or alternatively, for desktops, you can use a PCIe adaptor like this TP-Link Archer TBE550E. Back in the days of WiFi 5, you had a choice of Intel, Realtek and Killer. With WiFi 6 and WiFi…
Netgear has expanded its 5G mobile router lineup with the introduction of the Nighthawk M3 Mobile Hotspot Router (MH3150), priced at £449.99. This new device aims to meet the growing demand for accessible and powerful WiFi with advanced security features for users on the move. Related Reviews 5G Connectivity and Performance The Nighthawk M3 is…
Ubiquiti has unveiled its latest UniFi Enterprise Wi-Fi 7 lineup, featuring three cutting-edge access points: the E7, E7 Audience, and E7 Campus. These devices represent a significant leap forward in wireless networking technology, offering exceptional performance, capacity, and features for various enterprise environments. While many enthusiasts will yearn for one of these access points, they…
If you live in the UK, you may have noticed that your internet is pretty slow. You’re not alone. Since October 2024, internet speeds across the country average at around 69Mbps. That’s a far cry from the UAE, which boasts broadband speeds of up to 398.51Mbps—something that places the UK near the bottom of the…
The Ubiquiti Unifi Switch Flex Mini 2.5G is an affordable 2.5GbE switch that Unifi users have been wanting for a long time. Even though it is Unifi’s most affordable 2.5GbE switch by far, it has drawn some criticism, with people thinking it should be cheaper or have more ports. Admittedly, I would have liked to…
WiFi technology has grown increasingly sophisticated over the years, leading to new mechanisms for managing radio frequencies and ensuring efficient use of spectrum. Two of the most discussed systems are Automated Frequency Coordination (AFC) and Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS). Although both are designed to manage spectrum use effectively, they operate in different contexts and use…
WiFi technology has evolved significantly over the past few years, and with the introduction of WiFi 7, new frequency bands have been opened up to allow for higher speeds, greater capacity, and reduced interference. One of the critical developments for WiFi 7 is the introduction of the 6GHz frequency band (which was introduced with WiFi…
Netgear introduced its first WiFi 7 Nighthawk router at the end of last year, the Nighthawk RS700S, the flagship model of the Nighthawk series. They then followed this up with the more affordable Nighthawk RS300. I found that the main difference in performance was the omission of 10GbE ports, as the RS600 was able to achieve a…
Back in 2020, I reviewed the Nighthawk Pro XR1000 WiFi 6 Gaming Router, which was essentially the same hardware as the RAX50 but running DumaOS, which is a specialist router OS with an attractive UI and many features geared toward improving gaming performance. Netgear hasn’t produced another router running this OS but Netduma, the company…
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