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How To Test A Wireless Router
If you'd like to benchmark your router accurately, here's a simple way to do it.
Build A Compact Low Power Atom Server
Every home could probably benefit from some sort of home server, but it doesn't have to be a loud, power hungry box.
It Takes A Neighborhood To Fix Bad Wireless
Taking a social approach to fixing wireless problems can reap unexpected benefits.
How To Buy a NAS - The Short(er) Version - Updated 2011
Our updated short guide to buying a NAS will get you quickly pointed in the right direction.
Read more...Homegrown Network: A Concrete Example
Designing and installing a DIY home network is hard enough. But doing it in a concrete block home requires extra planning and care.
How We Test Wireless Products - Revison 6
Updated - With the growing number of three stream N products, we're streamlining our wireless test methodology.
How To Add Ports To A Router
Expanding the number of Ethernet ports on a router is one of the easiest things you can do. But people still have questions. We've got the answers.
How Fast Is Your Network? Five Ways To Measure Network Speed
Measuring your network speed is a lot easier than it used to be. We'll help you choose the right tool for the job.
When Wireless LANs Collide: How To Beat The Wireless Crowd
It's hard to run a trouble-free Wi-Fi network when everyone seems to have one. We'll show you how to get connected and stay that way.
How We Test Hardware Routers - Revision 3
We've revised our router test process with a new Simultaneous Connection test capable of measuring as many connections as routers will provide.
How To Buy a Wireless Router: The Short Version
If you want a quick and dirty guide to help choose a wireless router, this article is for you.
Read more...How To Back Up NAS to NAS - Part 4
In Part 4 of our series, we show how to use Buffalo and Seagate BlackArmor NAses as rsync targets.
Read more...How To Back Up NAS to NAS - Part 3
In Part 3 of our series, we use a WD My Book World Edition II as an rsync target.
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How To Back Up NAS to NAS - Part 2
This time, we find QNAP and Synology make compatible backup partners.
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How To Back Up NAS to NAS - Part 1
Backing up your NAS to another is easier said than done if you're mixing products from different vendors. This series will provide the tips and secrets you'll need to get the job done. Read more...
Smart Switch How to - Part 3: Bandwidth Control
In our last of the series, we show how a smart switch can both limit and expand bandwidth use in your network.
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Smart Switch How to - Part 2: Security
Part 2 of our short series shows how to use a smart switch to enhance LAN security.
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How We Test Networked Storage Devices - Revision 3
Our NAS Tests have continued to evolve based on industry trends and reader requests. This revision of the NAS "How We Test" adds descriptions of the backup and iSCSI target tests that have been added starting in May 2009. Read more...
How To Use a Router To Add Network Ports
There are two ways to put an old router back to work if you need more LAN ports.
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How We Test Networked Storage Devices - Revision 2
The second revision of our NAS Test procedures includes file copy tests using Vista SP1. Read more...
