Since it was first introduced in 1997, the Wi-Fi protocol has changed from something that’s slower than floppy disks into the backbone of people’s home networking. It’s done so whilst retaining the same >>
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Scary Wi-Fi attack can hack weak passwords with ease
If you think securing your Wi-Fi network with a strong password is enough to keep hackers away, well, think again you’d be right. A researcher has detailed a new kind of attack, discovered by >>
Wi-Fi routers with 6Gbps speeds are now a reality
It’s only the first day of CES 2018 in Vegas, but already a definite trend is emerging: AX Wi-Fi routers. The new standard, 802.11ax, is the next big evolution in Wi-Fi. It handles >>
How to patch your devices against the KRACK Wi-Fi vulnerability right now
Early this morning, news broke about a major security vulnerability in WPA2, the security the underpins nearly every single wireless network. The flaw was disclosed by security researcher Mathy Vanhoef rather than hackers >>
Cox’s new ‘Panoramic Wi-Fi Router’ is everything wrong with cable companies
In a breathless press release this morning, Cox announced nationwide availability of its new Panoramic Wi-Fi Router. In theory, this should be a good thing: Cox’s new magic internet box is the fastest >>
A new iOS 11 trick will make joining a Wi-Fi network easier than ever
Apple barely scratched the surface of iOS 11 during its WWDC keynote, focusing only on some of the major software features coming to iPhone and iPad this fall. But there are plenty of >>
We’re finally getting faster Wi-Fi later this year
When it comes to technological advancements, there are always peaks and valleys. Wi-Fi seems to have been stuck in one of those valleys for quite some time, but on Wednesday, the Wi-Fi Alliance unveiled >>
Meet Plume, the tiny pod that wants to fix Wi-Fi
We often look for tips and tricks for fixing your homeWi-Fi, and these fixes often include a “one more thing” kind of advice: upgrade your internet hardware. Rather than using a cheap ISP >>
