How-To Geek - How Many Wi-Fi Mesh Nodes Do You Need?

August 29, 2022

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The shadow on horizontal sundials in the northern hemisphere moves around the face of the dial in a clockwise fashion, but in the southern hemisphere the shadow on horizontal sundials moves in a counter-clockwise fashion.

Happy Monday! NASA’s Artemis 1 test flight was scrubbed at the last minute due to an engine issue, so we’ll have to wait a bit longer for a return to the Moon.

There is still some news to get excited about, though. iFixit has partnered with Kiwix to create an offline library of repair manuals, so you don’t need a stable internet connection to fix your devices. NVIDIA is also cutting prices of GPUs to its hardware partners, so graphics cards could get even cheaper soon.

– Corbin

Mesh router platforms are commonly sold in multi-packs, but exactly how many of the individual mesh nodes do you need for your home? Here’s what you should consider while shopping. Read More »

There used to be a time where Sony was protective of its games, but that has started to change, especially with PlayStation games like Spider-Man arriving on PC. Sony experimented with smartphone gaming a long time ago, and now the company is making a comeback. Read More »

If you’re working from home, you might notice your pets being a bit clingy at times, making it a bit more difficult to get work done. However, you can pick up some nice toys to keep them occupied during your next Slack meeting. A great one for cats? The PetSafe Bolt.

This $21 toy is a battery-powered laser pointer, and it’ll randomly move the light around for your cat to chase around and play with. It also turns off after about 15 minutes, so your cat doesn’t tire themselves out chasing the light around too long!

College is tough enough without spending time trying to figure out how to make your essay meet certain requirements. Microsoft Word offers several features that make writing and formatting your school papers a little easier. Read More »

Whether you’re trying to get power from the sun or need electricity when the power’s out, you’ll need an inverter to make it possible. There are two types of inverters, and picking the right one for your needs is crucial. Read More »

It’s been eight years since Roborock burst onto the scene with a robot vacuum designed to navigate circles around the competition. Since then, the company has grown into a technology powerhouse, pushing the boundaries of what a robot vacuum should be able to do. In celebration of their eighth anniversary, Roborock is heavily discounting their most advanced vacuums with savings up to 37% off. Read More »

Graphics cards have been difficult to purchase for the past two years or so, thanks to ongoing supply chain problems and cryptocurrency-induced demand. The high demand has kept prices high, but now that’s changing. Read More »

It’s easy to think that consoles like the original NES, Sega Mega Drive, or even the Atari are nothing more than museum pieces, mere footnotes in video gaming history. However, there’s plenty of interest in retro gaming: And people are even making new games for these old consoles. Read More »

Your GPU isn’t the only component involved in drawing graphics on your screen. The CPU plays an important role in helping the GPU generate images, and resizeable BAR technology improves how well these two core components can work together seamlessly. Read More »

Whether you're just starting a career in cybersecurity or you're a seasoned pro, Kali Linux provides one of the most popular ways to penetrate test Linux distributions. In The Ultimate Kali Linux Book - Second Edition, you'll learn how to discover target systems on a network, identify security flaws, exploit security weaknesses, gain access to networks, and more. Download your free copy to get started. This offer ends on Wednesday, August 31, 2022.

iFixit provides guides and toolkits for fixing many different electronics, from laptops to smartphones. Now the site’s guides are available in areas without stable internet, thanks to a partnership with Kiwix. Read More »

A good smart speaker does more than pump out impressive tunes, as it often serves as the centerpiece for a connected smart home.  Here are the seven smart speakers for every budget, ecosystem, and audiophile. Read More »

What if you could use your laptop’s battery without ever needing to plug in, relying totally on the sun’s rays instead of a bulky, tangling power cord? Solar laptops existed in the past, but they didn’t catch on. So what happened? Read More »

If you can’t decide between a laptop and a tablet, Lenovo may have the ideal solution for you. Its Yoga series consists of devices that can function as either. But is the folding system just a gimmick or an actual game changer? Read More »

While this week might start in August, it ends in September. For Netflix subscribers, that means there’s a whole lot of streaming content on the way. Read More »

Smartphone design has changed a lot over the years. Slide-out keyboards and headphone jacks have been discarded for sleek, slim designs. We’ve also seen the number of buttons get chopped down, and I think that needs to change. Read More »

By default, Windows 10’s lock screen times out and switches off your monitor after one minute. If you’d like it to stick around longer than that — say, if you have background picture you like looking at or you enjoy having Cortana handy — there’s a simple Registry hack that will add the setting to your power options. Read More »

Buying a new Wi-FI router doesn’t have to mean going through a tedious setup process on all your current Wi-Fi devices. Here’s what you need to know about reusing your Wi-Fi name and password. Read More »

The iPhone and Android phones have more in common than ever, but they’re also still very different on many levels. There are some unique iPhone features that we would love to see on Android. Could it happen? Read More »

If you’ve forgotten a Wi-Fi password or you need to share it with someone, it’s nice to be able to find the password right on your device. We’ll show you how to find it on a Chromebook. Read More »

Virtual reality prices are down, and the quality of games is up, so it’s a great time to jump in if you’ve been holding off on taking the plunge. While we aren’t quite in The Matrix yet, modern VR headsets are shockingly good. Here are the best VR headsets you can buy right now. Read More »