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4 Of The Coolest Tech Products On Amazon In October 2026

staff@slashgear.com (Caroline Anschutz) — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:15:00 +0000

Looking for tech that's more useful than gimmicky? These 4 Amazon finds offer clever features and a few surprises you might not know existed.

Does Bending An Ethernet Cable Reduce Internet Speed?

staff@slashgear.com (Kazim Alvi) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:45:00 +0000

Dealing with slow wired speeds? Find out how tight bends affect Ethernet cables, what safe bend radius means, and how to avoid permanent wire damage.

Cat 6 Vs. Cat 6a: What's The Difference Between These Ethernet Cables?

staff@slashgear.com (Kazim Alvi) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 23:45:00 +0000

Cat 6 and Cat 6a use the same plug and look nearly identical. Picking the wrong one, though, can mean overspending or an underperforming network.

Do You Need To Disable Wi-Fi On Your Computer When Using Ethernet?

staff@slashgear.com (Kazim Alvi) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:45:00 +0000

Plugging into a wired network? Find out if you need to turn off Wi-Fi on Windows and macOS, and why keeping it on might actually protect key features.

How To Start A YouTube Channel

staff@slashgear.com (Jordan Wirth) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:30:00 +0000

Starting a YouTube channel may be easier than you think - here's how to set up your account, unlock key features, and upload your first video.

What To Know Before Buying An Ethernet Switch For Your Home

staff@slashgear.com (Kazim Alvi) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:15:00 +0000

Running out of router ports? Discover essential factors to consider before buying a home Ethernet switch, from speed ratings to managed setups.

Why Don't Mesh Wi-Fi Routers Have Antennas?

staff@slashgear.com (Kazim Alvi) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 02:45:00 +0000

Wondering why mesh Wi-Fi nodes look like sleek towers? Discover why mesh systems ditch external antennas and how internal designs spread signal.

What's The Difference Between Dual-Band And Tri-Band Routers?

staff@slashgear.com (Mike Shutt) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 01:45:00 +0000

Wondering if extra Wi-Fi channels are worth it? Explore how dual-band and tri-band routers manage network traffic to pick the best home setup.

5 Tech Brands That Are Owned By Netgear

staff@slashgear.com (Kazim Alvi) — Sat, 03 Oct 2026 15:15:00 +0000

Netgear is a household name due to its focus on consumer-grade internet routers, but the company does offer other types of tech under different brand names.

Looking For The Fastest Home Internet? These ISPs Top The List

staff@slashgear.com (Jack Picone) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 17:15:00 +0000

Want blistering download speeds for your home network? Discover which top fiber-optic and satellite internet service providers lead the nation in speed.

What Is An IP Address And What Does The Abbreviation Stand For?

staff@slashgear.com (Craig Rawlins-Wilson) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:45:00 +0000

Ever wondered how your smart gadgets connects to the web? Discover what an IP address actually is, how it works, and why it matters for your devices.

Millions Of Comcast Routers Are Now Wi-Fi Powered Motion Detectors

staff@slashgear.com (Kazim Alvi) — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 15:45:00 +0000

Your home router can already do a lot, but that didn't stop Comcast from adding another feature to its Wi-Fi routers: Motion detection. Here's how it all works.

The Very Real Dangers Of Using Hotel Wi-Fi

staff@slashgear.com (Joe Oliveto) — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:45:00 +0000

When staying at a hotel, you likely try to connect to the Wi-Fi as soon as possible, but there are risks involved in using it that everyone should be aware of.

5 Drawbacks Of Using Ethernet Cables For Home Internet

staff@slashgear.com (Kazim Alvi) — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:45:00 +0000

Thinking about wiring your house for a faster internet connection? Discover the hidden drawbacks of using Ethernet cables for your home internet setup.

How To Block YouTube Shorts From Your Account

staff@slashgear.com (Alan Bradley) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:15:00 +0000

More and more people are tired of YouTube Shorts, and they would like a way to disable them. As it turns out, there are a couple of measures you can take.

Can Your TV Satellite Dish Also Be Used For Internet?

staff@slashgear.com (Alan Bradley) — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 16:15:00 +0000

Internet satellite dishes and TV dishes look extremely similar and have complementary uses. But can you use a TV dish for internet? Here's what to know.

Can You Use An Old Router As A Network Switch?

staff@slashgear.com (Kazim Alvi) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:45:00 +0000

Running out of Ethernet ports for your smart home? Discover how to repurpose an old Wi-Fi router into a free network switch with one simple tweak.

If You Own One Of These Routers, You're At Risk - And There May Never Be A Fix

staff@slashgear.com (Bob Sharp) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:45:00 +0000

A hidden weakness in some home networking devices has raised new security concerns. Find out if you're affected and how to protect yourself.

5 Things You May Not Know Your Wi-Fi Router Could Do

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:45:00 +0000

Your Wi-Fi router can probably do more than you think. Dig into the settings, and you'll find a few useful tricks hiding beyond the basic setup screen.

11 Browsers That Still Support Ad Blocking (Now That Google Chrome Doesn't)

staff@slashgear.com (Jordan Wirth) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:30:00 +0000

Google is happy to ban ad blockers in its browser, but there are still options for privacy-minded individuals who have had enough ads.