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Three More Ways To Measure Network Speed

Here are three free easy-to-use tools for getting a handle on your network's performance.

It turns out that higher transmit power can affect range, but not as you might expect.

Learn the right way to set up a wireless router that won't make your dorm mates hate you.

The best way to future-proof your next wireless router is to plan for the one after it.

Updated - A/B/G/N/AC? G54, N300, AC1750? Does any of this tell you how fast Wi-Fi devices really can go? No. But this article does.

In the last part of our series, we'll provide the finishing touches for your tuned-up network.

In the second part of our series, we'll show you how and why to let your router just do one thing.

In the first part of our series, we'll make the case for tuning up your network and show you how to bridge a modem.

Lots has changed since 2009. So here's our updated quick-and-dirty guide for choosing a wireless router.

We've gathered the most often asked powerline networking questions and answers in one handy place. Enjoy!

Updated There is only one way to get reliable, high-performance whole-home (or office) wireless coverage.

Our updated short guide to buying a NAS will get you quickly pointed in the right direction.