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Does The MAKE Of A Network Switch Matter? (TP-Link, Netgear Or…?) I recently needed a new network switch for my garage, so I went to purchase a Netgear switch as usual. However I quickly noticed that their price has jumped MASSIVELY: they are now 57% higher than they were just two years ago – yikes! As a result, I purchased a much cheaper TP-Link unmanaged gigabit switch instead. But it got me thinking: is it okay to ‘mix and match’ different network switches?...

Is The Eero Max 7 A BIG Waste Of Money? (WiFi 7 Is Here… Apparently) My Facebook feed is currently flooded with Eero ads for the newEero Max 7, a Wi-Fi 7 compatible device to rival TP-Link’s Deco BE85 and Netgear’s Orbi 970 range. But is the Max 7 (and its competitors) any good – or are they a waste of money right now? After all, the vast majority of household connected devices are still stuck on 5 GHz or even 2....

7 handpicked Black Friday deals on Windows laptops, PCs, and Xbox gaming accessories that won’t waste your time A curated list of genuine savings on our top-rated hardware and everything else you need to know about Black Friday 2024. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. I might as well call thisBlack Friday monthbecause that’s the all-encompassing event that usually delivers the savings we’ve been waiting for....

Crucial Tips To Protect Your PC When Moving Home I recently moved house, and naturally my mind was laser focused on all the important things: that my wife, kids, cats and PC were all moved safely. Some people assume that their PC will arrive in one piece and will work fine after a move, but sadly this isn’t always the case! Some components – such asyour graphics cardand potentially your CPU cooler – can be fragile, and break in transit....

The best Xbox headsets (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One) 2024 Our best Xbox headsets picks will help you up your game. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. •The list in brief1.Best overall2.Mid-range wireless3.Best on a budget4.Premium high-end5.Best audiophile6.Most convenient7.Budget wireless8.Best 3.5mm9.Mid-range wired•How to choose Looking for the best Xbox headsets in 2024? Look no further. Over the past few years, my team and I have tested dozens upon dozens of the best Xbox headsets personally....

The best Xbox headsets (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One) 2024 Our best Xbox headsets picks will help you up your game. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. •The list in brief1.Best overall2.Mid-range wireless3.Best on a budget4.Premium high-end5.Best audiophile6.Most convenient7.Budget wireless8.Best 3.5mm9.Mid-range wired•How to choose Looking for the best Xbox headsets in 2024? Look no further. Over the past few years, my team and I have tested dozens upon dozens of the best Xbox headsets personally....

High Disk Utilization On The Synology NAS: Is This Bad? If your Synology NAS seems sluggish or it hasslooowfile transfer speeds, it’s possible that your data drives are being used too much. This is known as ‘high disk utilization’, and while short bursts of high disk activity is normal, sustained high usage can cause problems – including potentially damaging your drives. Key Points What Causes High Disk Utilization On A Synology NAS?...