Buffering shows. Choppy video calls. Slow downloads. When your internet feels off, an internet speed test is often the first thing people check. But once those numbers appear on the screen, what do they actually mean? Understanding your WiFi speed test results can help you troubleshoot slow internet, improve your home network, and better understand […]
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Summer was made for muddy shoes and late mornings. Give a child enough unstructured time, and boredom has a way of turning into something creative and fun. But somewhere during that summer break between June and August, a familiar pattern tends to creep in. The devices come out, the hours disappear, and suddenly it’s dinnertime […]
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Most homes and businesses run on a single WiFi network. When someone asks for the password, we usually hand it over without thinking twice. But that one password may also give them access to the same network your laptops, smart devices, work files, and security systems use every day. FAQ What is a guest WiFi […]
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Hosting a virtual game night is a fun and easy way to stay connected with friends and family—especially when everyone is spread out in different places. Whether you’re catching up with old friends or planning a weekend activity for family, virtual game nights make it easy to spend quality time together without anyone leaving home. […]
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The average home has more connected devices than ever before. In fact, according to a 2025 “How We Home” report released by Vivint, 85 percent of homeowners use at least one smart home device. As homeowners add more devices, the risk of cybersecurity threats rises with them. Every device running on your network is a […]
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Most people know that fiber internet is the fastest available. Its fiber optic technology transfers data at near-light speed, making streaming movies in 4K or sharing bandwidth with your family a breeze. But did you know fiber is also more reliable than other kinds of internet as well, especially in severe weather? Legacy internet connections […]
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Most of us think about saving energy by turning off lights or adjusting the thermostat. But many of the tech devices we rely on every day—like streaming boxes, routers, smart home devices, and phone chargers—keep using power long after we stop using them. Even when the TV is off or your phone is fully charged, […]
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For years, cable was the best internet option available for many Oregon homes. And for a long time, it worked well enough. But “well enough” becomes a problem when you’re working from home, attending a telehealth appointment, gaming online, or trying to stream a movie with your family on a Friday night. Cable internet wasn’t […]
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High winds, rain, lightning, ice, and wildfires are natural disasters that can instantly knock out power and kick you offline. When your power goes down, so does your access to the Internet. After the lineworkers have braved the elements and restored services, what happens if your internet or connected devices don’t come back on? Power […]
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Springtime brings blooming flowers, later golden hour light, temperatures for outdoor activities, and breaks and vacations meant for trips worth photographing. You don’t need a $3,000 camera, fancy lenses, or a textbook of knowledge about exposure rules to capture those moments in frame-worthy shots. The phone in your pocket is more powerful than most people […]
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