Technical Articles

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What is CIDR? A beginner’s guide to CIDR blocks and notation

Discover how CIDR transforms IP address allocation with flexible, efficient routing—perfect for managing networks in today’s fast-paced d...

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Traceroute Command for Linux Users

In this article, we’ll break down everything you need to know about traceroute—how to use it, what the results mean, and how to interpret...

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Traceroute Explained: What Is and How to Use It

This article explains what Traceroute is, how it works, and why it’s useful. Ready to uncover what’s slowing down your internet? Let’s ge...

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A Complete Guide to Classful IP Addressing

Learn about IPv4 addressing, subnetting, private vs. public IPs, challenges, and modern solutions like CIDR in this comprehensive guide.

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What Does Your ISP Know About You?

Your ISP (internet service provider) knows a lot about you. It's time to figure out what they can find out and how effectively a VPN can ...

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Comparison of VPN Protocols: OpenVPN, WireGuard, IPSec, L2TP, and IKEv2

In this post, we'll briefly take a look at what a VPN is and give you some tips on choosing the right VPN protocol to protect you.

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What Internet Speed Do I Need?

When comparing internet plans, it is helpful to understand what internet speeds are required for the activities that you will be engaging...

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Modems and Routers: What is the Difference?

In this post, we'll break down how a modem and a router differ and tell you a little bit about how each of the devices work. You'll be a ...

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The Basics of Wi-Fi Security

To avoid security issues, you need to set your network up carefully. It isn't very hard, and this guide will explain exactly what you nee...

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How to Boost Your Wi-Fi Signal: 12 Tips to Improve Wi-Fi Speed

Boost your WiFi signal! Enhanced Wi-Fi performance means better quality of video streams, voice calls, and marathon gaming sessions.

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Wifi Router Setup Guide

First thing we look for when we are trying to set up a new router is the login information and the default IP address.

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What to Look for in a Wifi Router [2019]

The latest features in the fancy new WiFi routers explained. Here is an effort to make it easy for you to buy a new WiFi router.