With so many different types of gadgets and different types of connections now, it can be a bit confusing know how to connect something as simple as a basic printer or scanner. For the most part it is not too hard, however there are always different variations and different ways depending no much anymore but the type of computer you… Read more →
Category: Router
I’ve Lost Internet When I Added a New Network Device
Its one thing for someone in the shop to say, “Just plug it in and it will work’, but its always a different situation when you but a network related device, add it to your internet at home and things just stop working. The main reason behind this is your network at home or business, in most cases are reliant… Read more →
Share Your Internet from Windows 10
Most people either have some sort of modem, router or wireless device they use to access the internet these days. Gone are the days we used one connection per computer, or everyone had their own dial up connection. For most people the will definitely be the way to go, but every now and again people find themselves in a situation… Read more →
Port Forwarding
What are Ports When accessing the internet, your computer most likely has a private and public IP address. Your IP address (Internet Protocol) is a unique address assigned to your network which distinguishes you from every other computer/network on the internet. Loosely speaking, when you request a web page in your browser such as www.townsvillenerds.com, your computer sends a request… Read more →
What’s Blocking My Internet
No body likes slow internet. But yet, even with the massive amounts of money being spent on technology, communications the NBN etc. Are lot of us are still getting slow internet. But even though its easy to just blame the telecommunications companies, its not always there fault. The first thing you need to do when you have slow internet on… Read more →
ADSL Keeps Disconnecting and Slow
What is ADSL ADSL stands for Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line and before NBN (National Broadband Network) was the standard by which internet was measured by. Up until that point, there was only the old slow dial up internet available to the public and even though the technology is old now, it is still fast enough for most people to be… Read more →
Setting Up A Router in Townsville
What is a Router You have probably seen them before. A funny looking alien device which sits in the corner of someones house blinking lights 24/7. But what does a router actually do. Depending on the router you by and all the add-on feature they come with these days, a router fundamentally routes your Internet connection. There are different levels… Read more →
Stay Protected When Using Public Wifi
Most, if not all, NBN or ADSL internet connections in our home or at work come with wireless (wifi) built in. For the most part when encryption is turned on this is quite secure. But most of us who are accustomed to using wifi do not think twice about it when using a public wifi spot. When travelling or sitting in… Read more →
Wireless Problems
Just about everybody uses wireless these days in their homes as do a lot of business around town in Townsville. Wireless is a great alternative to having to wire up your whole home or business with ethernet cable or have it prebuilt into your structure. Rather, adding a wireless router or modem can easily allow most people to connect to… Read more →
Build a pfSense router
This is a great DYI project for people with not a great deal of computer knowledge and someone who would like to play more with computer networks and routers. Most routers you buy form the store (not including high end expensive commercial grade grade) do not come with a lot of features. They are OK for basic use and routing, but for people who… Read more →