TP-Link EAP 610 Review: Adding Wi-Fi 6 to My Home
I have been using TP-Link EAP 225 and 245 Wi-Fi access points to provide coverage throughout my home for years. They have worked well for me. They are packed with business-class features …
OpenDNS Review: Network Security and Parental Controls
The Internet is a fantastic place filled with helpful resources, ways of connecting with friends and family, and the answers to many of your questions. Unfortunately, it is also filled with predators, …
pfSense CE vs. pfSense Plus: Which Is Right for You?
Last year, the maintainers of pfSense (Netgate) announced pfSense Plus. pfSense Plus is the productized version of pfSense that replaces pfSense Factory Edition (FE). Over time, it will diverge from pfSense Community …
Kaiweets KM601 Digital Smart Multimeter Review
Multimeters are an important part of a DIY smart home toolkit. I have one that has come in handy testing and troubleshooting LED lights, my car battery, regular batteries around the house, …
The Current State of My Smart Home (2022)
Technology is always moving. As new smart home and home network devices come to market I re-evaluate the technology in my home. Knowing when it is time to retire and upgrade technologies …
The Best Smart Home Gadgets You Can Make Yourself
More homeowners are investing in smart home gadgets to make their lives easier. Whether it’s Amazon Alexa, the popular voice assistant, or a Ring doorbell, smart devices will only become more useful …
Top 7 pfSense Alternatives
I’m a big fan of pfSense. I’ve written articles about why I use pfSense, pfSense tips and tricks, and even articles about the best pfSense hardware. I know pfSense isn’t the only …