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Sites Where You Can Test Your Internet Connection's Speed

Published: Oct. 15, 2020, 8:02 a.m. in Reviews, Internet Speed, Internet Connection by Emil S.

Has your internet speed been so slow that you are almost sure you are getting duped, but you have no means to prove it? You are in the right place. You can easily find out by taking a closer look at the state of your internet connection. Please do an internet …

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How Fast Can A Wi-Fi Network Move?

Published: June 19, 2020, 1:19 p.m. in WiFi / Wi-Fi, Internet Speed, Internet Connection by Emil S.

A Wi-Fi standard indicates the maximum amount of theoretical speed of a Wi-Fi network. Wi-Fi, like most computer networks, caters to various performance levels, and it depends on the standard of technology that it uses. Previously, the 802.11.ac standard is the fastest. However, soon enough, the new 802.11ax standard moved …

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Wi-Fi Frequency: 2.4 GHz vs. 5 GHz

Published: May 22, 2020, 5:52 a.m. in WiFi / Wi-Fi, Internet Speed, Wi-Fi Frequency by Emil S.

When it comes to wireless signaling frequencies, the 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz has its strengths and weaknesses. Here, we will discuss the factors that you should consider when it comes to choosing the right frequency band. Compatibility All modern Wi-Fi devices can use 2.4 GHz connections. Some equipment can …

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Maximizing the Speed of an 802.11n Wi-Fi Network

Published: May 15, 2020, 1:01 p.m. in Internet Speed, Internet Connection by Emil S.

The 802.11n Network The 802.11n (Wi-Fi 4) protocol has been around since 2009 and allows a network to operate on two frequencies. One is a low-band frequency with data throughput reaching peaks of up to 2.4 GHz, while the high-band allows data burst speeds up to 5 GHz. In theory, an …

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Everything You Need to Know About Latency

Published: May 9, 2020, 3:13 a.m. in Internet Speed, Latency by Emil S.

It doesn’t take a tech genius to determine that latency is a bad thing for your network. This term alludes to many types of delays that a particular network experiences when processing data. Minimal delay times are experienced in a network that has a low-latency connection. Moreover, extended delays occur …

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What Is the Best Internet Speed for Video Streaming?

Published: May 6, 2020, 12:38 p.m. in Videos, Streaming, Internet Speed by Emil S.

When it comes to video streaming services such as those provided by Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, and Vudu, you should know that each site has its minimum recommended Internet Speed for you to stream their shows or movies properly. Generally, to stream a standard video, you will need an Internet speed of …

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Are the iPhone 4 and 4S 4G Phones?

Published: April 11, 2020, 2:52 p.m. in iOS, Internet Speed, Internet Connection, iPhone by Emil S.

The iPhone 4 was released less than a year before the first 4G network rolled out in Europe. By the time 4G became a thing in the US, many started referring to it and the iPhone 4S as 4G phones, but are they 4G? Neither the iPhone 4 nor 4S are …

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Get To Know Your Internet Service Provider (ISP).

Published: April 1, 2020, 1:17 p.m. in Internet Speed, Internet Connection, Internet Service Provider by Emil S.

What is the Function of an Internet Service Provider? An internet service provider allows you to establish an internet connection. That link can be in the form of Dial-up, DSL, or cable connections. All devices connected to the internet request the ISP to gain access to servers. These servers contain …

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Contributing Factors to your Internet Speed

Published: April 1, 2020, 4:14 a.m. in Reviews, Internet Speed, Internet Connection by Emil S.

Internet connection can be the most important thing to you. Almost everything that any one person does can be tied to online activity. You can do banking transactions, shop online, study and finish a course, learn to cook, among others. As a result, your internet speed matters a great deal. Not …

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Broadband Internet Speed Comparison: DSL vs. Cable

Published: March 24, 2020, 7:46 a.m. in Broadband Connection, Gaming, DSL, Cable Internet, Internet Speed by Emil S.

DSL and cable-based Internet services both give speeds higher than the older technology, such as dial-up modems. So now, let's find out what the terms mean, and discuss the relative merits and demerits of each system. What is DSL? DSL stands for Digital Subscriber Line. Simply put, it is a method …

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