Ethernet cable has become faster with better speeds over the years with constant improvements. This includes how the wires are wrapped and shielded to reduce errors, cross talk, and block outside interference. Ethernet cable is rated by a category number called Cat, with all versions being backward compatible. The rated performance of each Cat type is the difference… Read More »
If you have a router that needs setup and do not have a computer, it can be set up with a smartphone or tablet. Any mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet can be used to setup a router. All routers have a Default broadcast name, WiFi password, and IP address that is used for setup. The… Read More »
If you are using Avast Antivirus or other tools and it gives you a “Router is Vulnerable” message, there are a few things that can be checked. First, it is possible that it is a false positive which Avast thinking there is a problem when there is not one. Of course, it pays to be sure and not… Read More »
Replacing a wireless garage door opener is an easy task, that much like replacing the remote on a TV, must be compatible with the system, and be programmed with the unit. The first thing to do is to look at your garage door. On the side of the garage door, there should be a manufacturer name and a… Read More »
If you own or are thinking of buying a Samsung Galaxy a10e and wondering if it has wireless charging, the short answer is no. This may be surprising since many other newer Galaxy smartphones do have wireless charging. The Samsung Galaxy a10e does not have built-in wireless charging, but there is a low-cost way to add it. Does… Read More »
If your Android smartphone or other Android device will not connect to the 5GHz frequency, there are several fixes that can be done. While many fixes can be device specific, there are some common things to check. First, be sure the router and Android device are 5GHz compatible. While most devices are 5GHz compatible, routers are often not… Read More »
Alfa has released a new USB wireless adapter that uses the WiFi-5 802.11ac protocol. It is a larger WiFi adapter built for speed and distance along with a 5dbi antenna. This makes it a good fit for a desktop or laptop that needs a better wireless signal. It also has broad compatibility with almost any operating system, including… Read More »
Wireless keyboard hacking has become popular again since Kali released Nethunter and other tools such as Keysweeper. These hacks are nothing new, and many keyboard manufacturers have begun to encrypt wireless keyboard signals with the AES algorithm. The bad news is many cheap off-the-shelf keyboards do not encrypt the signal. How Do These Hacks Work? Sniffers are used… Read More »
Anyone who wants to test WiFi security will need a few tools, with a compatible USB adapter being the most important. Kali Linux and Aircrack-ng is the most commonly used software with some other options also available. Finding a good USB WiFi adapter is necessary since most dongles can not go into Monitor Mode and do the things… Read More »
Ethernet RJ45 cable is used in many homes and businesses to carry data. Wireless is also a good option but is prone to errors and the speeds are often much slower compared to Ethernet. Running Ethernet is also much more secure as data can not be picked up as it can with wireless. After Ethernet is installed throughout… Read More »