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How Good is the Internet Access in Rural Areas in Arkansas?

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 -...
Question: What is Structured Wirin

What is Structured Wiring?

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...
What is Computer Networking all about - Network cables

What is Computer Networking All About?

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...
Why you need high speed internet for your home office

Why You Need High Speed Internet for Your 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...
Electrician - prewire

Why You Should Prewire Your Home During Remodeling

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...
smart home

How Google Can Turn Your Home Into a Smart Home

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...
free wifi access

Benefits of Offering Free Wifi Acces to Your Patients

You might still find some (more or less current) magazines in the waiting area of your doctor's office/practice. However, for a great percentage of your patients, free Wifi access is a much better alternative to pass the waiting time before their appointment. Why is free Wifi...