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How to spot Matter-ready devices and what the label really means

Did you know your smart home gadgets might be speaking different languages? A universal standard now bridges the gap, letting lights, locks, and speakers work […]

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Identifying and fixing security risks in smart home devices yourself

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Network Interface Card

Network Interface Cards (NICs): Connecting Your Computer to the Network

28. February 20254. March 2025 Dirk No comments

Ever wondered how your computer talks to the digital world? It’s thanks to a small but crucial part: the Network Interface Card (NIC). This hero […]

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Gateway

How Gateways Work: Routing Traffic Between Networks

27. February 20254. March 2025 Dirk No comments

Ever wondered how your data moves smoothly across different networks? The secret is network gateways, the hidden heroes of our digital world. They act as […]

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Bandwidth

Bandwidth Explained: Measuring Network Speed

27. February 202527. February 2025 Dirk No comments

Ever felt like your internet is slow, even with a fast connection? It might be because of bandwidth. Let’s explore how data transfer rates and […]

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Packet

Understanding Network Packets: The Building Blocks of Data Transmission

26. February 202527. February 2025 Dirk No comments

Ever wonder how your favorite cat video gets to your screen so fast? It’s all thanks to network packets. These tiny data units zip around […]

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VPN

VPNs: Your Ultimate Guide to Online Privacy and Security

26. February 20254. March 2025 Dirk No comments

Ever thought about if your online actions are really private and safe? In today’s world, where cyber dangers are everywhere, this is a big question. […]

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DHCP

DHCP: Automating IP Address Assignment

25. February 20254. March 2025 Dirk No comments

Ever wondered how devices connect to networks without manual IP input? DHCP is the magic behind this ease. It’s a key technology that keeps our […]

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DNS

DNS Explained: Translating Domain Names to IP Addresses

25. February 20254. March 2025 Dirk No comments

Ever wondered how your computer finds your favorite websites? The secret is DNS. But what is DNS, and how does it make online browsing smooth? […]

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Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi Networks: Connecting Wirelessly

25. February 20254. March 2025 Dirk No comments

Ever wondered how your devices connect to the internet without cables? Wi-Fi networks have changed how we access the digital world. But what makes this […]

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Ethernet

Ethernet: The Standard for Wired Networking

24. February 202525. February 2025 Dirk No comments

Ever wondered how your computer connects to the internet or other devices? It’s thanks to Ethernet. This technology has changed how we share and communicate […]

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Firewall

Firewall Security: Protecting Your Network from Threats

24. February 202515. February 2025 Dirk No comments

Have you ever thought about what protects your data from cyber threats? The answer is firewall security. Firewalls are the first defense against unauthorized access […]

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