POE Explained. If you’ve ever tried to install a security camera on the outside of your house or an access point in a garden shed, you’ve run into the same headache: How do I get power to it? Usually, this involves hiring an electrician to run a new power socket or faffing around with ugly extension cables….
Wi-Fi Standards Explained. Is your router labeled 802.11ac, Wi-Fi 5, or something newer? The terms used to describe Wi-Fi standards have changed multiple times, leading to a huge amount of confusion. If you have a smart home full of devices, understanding the Wi-Fi standard your router uses is the key to unlocking the fastest speeds…
Ethernet Cable Standards. If you’ve ever bought an Ethernet cable, you’ve been bombarded with acronyms: Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, UTP, STP. It’s frustrating to know what your router needs to deliver on its promise of high-speed gigabit internet. This guide will demystify the chaos of Ethernet cable standards. We’ll show you the exact performance differences between…
USB Standards Explained. USB (Universal Serial Bus) is everywhere, powering our phones, charging our laptops, and moving massive amounts of data. But with a chaotic naming scheme, ever-changing ports (A, B, C, Micro), and confusing standards (USB 2.0, 3.2, Gen 2×2!), it’s nearly impossible to know if you’re buying the right cable. This guide will…