Windows: You’ve seen the dreaded bars before—that fun little graphic that indicates the strength of your wireless connection. While full bars mean you’re probably getting good wifi speed, you’ve also ...

[CNLohr] wanted to test the WiFi range in his house. One look at his roommate’s cup and an unorthodox idea was born. The WiFi Cup used an ESP8266 to connect to his home network. For output, [CNLohr] ...

Wi-Fi speed can be a major concern for many, especially with the increasing number of devices connected to the network ...

In a London brick Victorian flat, you tend to need more than one wireless access point. We have two: both 802.11ac, one from Netgear, one from Buffalo, both with 2.4GHz and 5GHz connections. My Lumia ...

If you're struggling to get a good Wi-Fi signal around your home or office, a variety of simple fixes are worth trying before you buy any hardware. For instance, you can move the router to a centrally ...

Sure Apple stuff "just works," but that doesn't mean your Mac does everything you want it to. For example, yesterday I wanted to survey my surroundings and connect to the wireless network with the ...

In the world of internet connectivity, the letters and numbers next to your signal bars can sometimes be confusing. Whether you're seeing "Wi-Fi 6," or even older standards like "3G" and "E," these ...

Follow these steps to improve, boost, extend, or increase the Wi-Fi router signal and range at home or the workplace, without spending a dime. However, before you begin, it’s a good idea to check your ...

Editor’s Note: The following article is an excerpt from Take Control of Your 802.11n AirPort Network, a $15 electronic book available for download from TidBITS ...