Especially in the more rural and remote areas of the US, high-speed internet access (or internet access in general) can be difficult. However, in today's highly "connected" world, online access has transitioned from a mere luxury to an almost necessity. Internet Access in Rural Areas - How is Arkansas doing? Arkansas ranks 41st on the national...
For many people in the US, a life without the internet is hardly imaginable. Whether for leisure, education, or work, most of us spend several hours online these days. The events of the past two years of the COVID pandemic have made it particularly clear to us, how isolated you can feel when you have...
Unless you aspire to live "off the grid", a lot of operations within your home depend - in the widest sense - on good connectivity. In this respect, you have probably come across the subject of "structured wiring". But what is structured wiring? To illustrate the concept, let's compare it with your water supply system:...
Computers are an integral part of today's life. Accordingly, we often hear or read about computers and networking - but what is computer networking all about? What does a computer network consist of? A computer network consists of at least two interconnected computer devices (also known as "hosts"). These computer connections are either wired or wireless...
Many people are talking about satellite internet, but how does this work? In other words: What is satellite internet - and why might it be a good idea for me? Who needs Satellite Internet? For many people who live in the city, the benefits of high-speed internet are a regular part of their day. They usually...
The COVID 19 pandemic has led to an increase in people working from home. However, the idea of telecommuting as such is not new. It is the new technology though that has opened up new possibilities to work from home with satellite internet instead of in a corporate/commercial office environment. Why is it easier to...
For some people, working from home is a necessity, while for some, it's a luxury. Whatever the reasons that have led you to set up your office at home, there are some things to keep in mind to help you be productive. For a modern home office, this means having the right home office...
Some people prefer working from home instead of going to the office. However, due to the COVID pandemic, many of us were actually forced to telecommute, whether we wanted to or not. Adapting to these new circumstances has been a challenge for many. That includes setting up the necessary technical infrastructure like high speed...
Are you remodeling or renovating your home? Then it is probably a good idea to prewire while you (or rather the contractors) are at it. After all, now is the time that they have proper access to the walls. In addition, you probably have a plan for the remodeled areas and their use. That's...
Most of us have probably heard about the concept of a "smart home". But what exactly is it, and what does Google have to do with it? The answer: Google Nest. Google Nest Picture this situation: Someone rings the bell at your front door. You look at the screen of your device and can see who...