One of the seemingly simplest things you can do to get more out of your network is to start sharing files and other stuff between different devices. It was always easy in the past and you don’t have ...

I will never fault someone for asking a tech question that feels “basic,” because we all had to get our start somewhere. Few of us popped out of the womb knowing how to access a network share in ...

Using a 10/100 switch in any networking setup will immediately slow down all devices downstream from that switch. There is ...

Fancy doing something more with your home network? Or are you already up and running with a NAS device, a simple server of some kind, or a bunch of smart home gadgets you’d like to get more control ...

I'm not sure if this is the best forum for this, but I thought people on ARS might have an opinion... As a work from independent contractor, largely on open source my home office consists of one well ...

When I first started building my smart home network, I felt like a networking rockstar. I was trying out every new feature, shortcut, and pro-tip I found online. After all, we all want a fast, secure, ...

Wi-Fi 6 is here — making its way to more and more devices, with a noteworthy inclusion on last year’s flagship iPhone 11 lineup. This next-generation Wi-Fi technology provides faster speeds for ...

Christin Perry is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in numerous outlets, including WeddingWire, The Knot, Parents and Verywell Family. When she's not working, Christin enjoys reading, ...

During the pandemic, and likely well afterward, many people will work from home. Here’s what you need to do so your home workspace will support your work — and won’t wreck your body — over the long ...

Blocking ads on your home network isn't as hard as you think. If blocking ads on a per-device basis isn't enough, try these options. Both of these options are free and effective. How many ads do you ...

Google Home is one of the best smart platforms on the market. With support for thousands of devices, easy setup, and a powerful mobile app to run the show, it’s an intuitive option for most shoppers.