Networking
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Creating an electriQ Equipped Smart Home for Around £150
electriQ Smart Home Smart home gear can be expensive, it’s no secret that I’ve spent a small fortune and countless hours working on my own. Using Philips and LIFX lights can get expensive, and it’ll empty your wallet before you finished creating the scene you wanted in your kitchen. Surely…
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Buffalo BS-MP2008 8-Port Multi-GbE Switch Review
Introduction Buffalo BS-MP2008 8-Port Multi-GbE Switch Review If you think 10 Gigabit Ethernet is something reserved for large enterprises, then you used to be right. The reason is simple, expensive 10GbE switches. Buffalo changes that with their BS-MP series (link). The 8 and 12 port multi-gigabit Ethernet switches offer high-speed…
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NETGEAR Nighthawk Pro Gaming XR500 WiFi Router Review
Introduction NETGEAR Nighthawk Pro Gaming XR500 WiFi Router Review A great router with optimised features can mean the difference between winning and losing in an online game. NETGEAR‘s latest router, the Nighthawk Pro Gaming XR500 (product link), promises us those game-winning features and today we’ll take it for a spin…
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NETGEAR Nighthawk Pro Gaming SX10 Switch Review
Introduction NETGEAR Nighthawk Pro Gaming SX10 Switch Review Today’s review of NETGEAR‘s Nighthawk Pro Gaming SX10 switch (product link) is a double pleasure for me. First and foremost, it is an epic device, bringing Multi-Gigabit Ethernet into the reach of gamers. But it is also the first NETGEAR review that we’ve…
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nCube Home Smart Home Hub Review – One To Rule Them All?
nCUBE Is your smart home getting out of control? I know mine has been, with more hubs than I care to count taking over my home network. The nCube won’t replace all those hubs, unfortunately, but it will command them with ease. Before, you would be dealing with multiple hubs, various…
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D-Link Vigilance Business-Series PoE Camera Introduction
Introduction During my time here at eTeknix, I had the pleasure to test a lot of NAS devices. However, one thing continued to elude my testing as I didn’t have the hardware to do so: Surveillance. To remedy this, I reached out to D-Link to get some IP cameras. D-Link was…
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ASUS Lyra AC2200 Tri-Band Mesh Network Review
Introduction Lyra is ASUS’ take on mesh networking and today I’m taking the AC2200 version of the kit for a spin through the testing area. ASUS Lyra features three bands for reduced bottlenecks and a smooth experience while you move around your home. Mesh Networking You might have heard of…
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D-Link Exo AC2600 (DIR-882) Enthusiast Router Review
D-Link Exo AC2600 Today we’re taking a look at D-Link‘s newest router which doesn’t look as impressive as some of the ones we’ve tested in the past, but that’s something you shouldn’t be fooled by. The AC2600 EXO MU-MIMO Wi-Fi router packs the latest technology in a simple exterior. Wireless…
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ASUS ROG Rapture (GT-AC5300) Enthusiast Router Review
Introduction The ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AC5300 wireless AC5300 tri-band gaming router is probably one of the most epic routers you can buy pre-built, and today we’re taking a closer look at why that is and what it means. While the word gaming is thrown around a lot when it comes…
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ASUS DSL-AC88U AC3100 Modem Router Review
Introduction ASUS DSL-AC88U isn’t like your everyday router. It sets itself apart with some of the fastest available wireless and internet speeds, multiple ISP connection options, and aggressive design. Internet Connection Options This router comes with one of the most impressive internet connection options available. The DSL-AC88U supports the latest…
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Turning Simple Things into Smart Home Things with Energenie
Energenie Building a smart home is now easier than ever before. With a plethora of consumer products that you can buy at affordable prices, install and configure yourself. You can reap the benefits often with minimal experience or time required. Energenie and their MiHome range are a prime example of…
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ASUS RP-AC87 Wireless AC2600 Dual-Band Repeater Review
Introduction There are ordinary network extender and repeater, and then there are the ones like the ASUS RP-AC87 (Link). The RP-AC87 takes its job serious with modern bandwidth abilities, multiple operation modes, and a rotatable power plug. Three Operation Modes The ASUS RP-AC87 is a 3-in-1 device that can do more…
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ASUS XG-C100C 10GBase-T Network Adapter Review
Introduction I have long been a supporter of increased network speeds and as such, it’s nice to have another 10 Gigabit Ethernet network card in the office. Today I am taking a closer look at ASUS XG-C100C 10GBase-T PCI-Express network adapter. With the XG-C100C, you are able to get up…
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Linksys Max-Stream AC600 Wi-Fi Micro USB Adapter Review
Introduction We mostly take a look at high-end network gear with the newest and fastest wireless speeds, but speed isn’t always the feature that matters the most. Sometimes size matters more, and that’s why I’m taking a closer look at Linksys WUSB6100M Max-Stream AC600 Wi-Fi micro USB adapter; a compact Wi-Fi…
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Create Your Own Router and Firewall Solution
Over-the-counter routers are fine and work as they should, but they simply aren’t enough for some of us. Quite a few of the standard routers located around the homes of the world allow for an open source WRT-based firmware to be installed, but that might still not be enough. If that’s the…
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