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How to set up the Wi-Fi on your ASUS router for IoT devices or your guests
If you’re using a modern ASUS router or ZenWiFi mesh system with Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 7, connecting older IoT devices may be problematic because they aren’t compatible with newer wireless standards. The same can happen with your guests and their devices. If they have older phones or laptops, they might not even detect your home Wi-Fi. To solve such…
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Are Mobile Hotspots Secure? (Are They Safer Than Public Wi-Fi?)
Are mobile hotspots secure? Well, they can be if you take proper precautions. Otherwise, you’re exposing yourself to the same dangers as using the local free Wi-Fi. Cyber attackers can use various tools and exploits to steal payment data and logins. This article reviews the risks of using a mobile hotspot and the signs that someone might be trying to…
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ASUS ZenWiFi BQ16 review: The future of Wi-Fi is here!
Wi-Fi 7 has arrived, and manufacturers are increasingly releasing routers and mesh Wi-Fi systems that bring this new standard into our homes and workplaces. For people needing wireless coverage in larger spaces, the ASUS ZenWiFi BQ16 is an intriguing option. This elegant mesh Wi-Fi system combines cutting-edge Wi-Fi 7 capabilities with powerful hardware and a long list of advanced features.…
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ASUS routers and mesh Wi-Fi systems
Many of us receive Christmas presents that we quickly forget about. How about choosing something different and buying for ourselves or our loved ones a product that brings added daily comfort and utility. For example, how about buying a gaming router for the online gaming enthusiasts in the family? Or a Wi-Fi mesh system that provides coverage throughout your home,…
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ASUS ProArt X870E-CREATOR WIFI review: For content creators!
The options for building a new computer based on the latest AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000, and 7000 Series processors are quite generous, with professionals having plenty of motherboards and chipsets to choose from. One of the most interesting is the ASUS ProArt X870E-CREATOR WIFI, a motherboard featuring the high-end X870E chipset, capable of delivering extreme performance and offering a wealth…
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The New Raspberry Pi Pico 2 Has Wi-Fi
Raspberry Pi has created a Wi-Fi-enabled version of its recently released Pico 2 dual-architecture board for just $2 more. Raspberry Pi is best known for its Linux-based single-board computers, but the company also makes cheaper programmable microcontrollers in its Pico range. Now, the company has unveiled an updated version of its Pico 2 board, released in August. It uses an…
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Hackers breach US firm over Wi-Fi from Russia in ‘Nearest Neighbor Attack’
Russian state hackers APT28 (Fancy Bear/Forest Blizzard/Sofacy) breached a U.S. company through its enterprise WiFi network while being thousands of miles away, by leveraging a novel technique called “nearest neighbor attack.” The threat actor pivoted to the target after first compromising an organization in a nearby building within the WiFi range. The attack was discovered on February 4, 2022, when cybersecurity…
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Smart Appliances Could Expose Your WiFi to Hacking Risks
Earlier this year, Consumer Reports researched how long appliance companies like GE, LG, and Samsung tell their customers they’ll keep their appliances’ software updated. This is important because security experts are constantly finding and fixing vulnerabilities in software—along with supplying new features—that’s why your phone and laptop get regular updates for years after you buy them. The CR researchers looked…
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Asus ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro review: Making the most out of Wi-Fi 7
Asus ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro: Specs Wi-Fi specification: BE30000 (802.11be)Number of antennas/removable: 12/NoPorts: One 10 Gbps WAN input, one 10 Gbps and three 1.0 Gbps LAN, USB 3.0Processor/memory/storage: Quad-core 2.6GHz/2GB/256MBWi-Fi chip: Broadcom Peak 802.11ax performance: 2.620 Gbps (at 15 feet)Maximum range: 100 feetSize: 8.4 x 6.9 x 2.8 inchesEstimated annual electricity cost: $61 (for router and satellite) Using a pair of…
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This Netgear Orbi 6E Wifi Mesh System Is $500 Off Right Now
We may earn a commission from links on this page.Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The Netgear Orbi RBKE963 Wifi 6E Mesh System, now down to $989 from $1,499.99, is designed for big spaces—like really big, 9,000-square-foot kind of spaces. It includes a router node and two satellite nodes, all in an aesthetic white finish…
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