This Week: Making the Most from Your WiFi

Whether at home or the office, wireless is the backbone of the modern network. It's also the most finicky. A strong, reliable wireless connection for everyone requires behind-the-scenes work to reduce dead spots, optimize traffic and reduce interference.

This week, we take a look at extending your WiFi range and present a guide about which 802.11 standard to use and when.

How to Increase WiFi Range: Placement vs Extenders

WiFi, we can't live without it. Yet, the technology can be fickle. Explore ways to extend WiFi range — at the office, home, and even outside.

Are WiFi Extenders Worth It?

There are varying opinions about the effectiveness of WiFi extenders. Before you invest in them, take some time to understand how they work and their limitations.

When to Use 802.11 a, b, g, b, nc: WiFi Standards

When it comes to Wi-Fi standards, you have plenty of options. But the trick is knowing which standard to use when. Explore the different standards and when they make most sense to implement.