Tag: tp-link

How to Choose a DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem and Wireless Router

Comcast charges $10/month for their lousy equipment, and then uses it to broadcast their Xfinitywifi network with your power and bandwidth – you’re way better off getting your own cable modem and wireless router, and this really goes for all internet providers, not just Comcast. It’ll pay for itself soon enough and you’ll have a much more flexible, more reliable, and faster network overall. But you probably need some help actually choosing a modem/router/gateway, so here you go.

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Three 8 Port Gigabit Unmanaged Switches Reviewed: Netgear ProSafe GS108 vs Netgear GS308 vs TP-Link TL-SG108

Netgear’s ProSafe GS108 8-Port Gigabit Switch has been around for over ten years in various hardware versions – all of which have set the benchmark for simple, robust design and being nothing more than a reliable gigabit switch for your home, office, or business. Thing is, they aren’t exactly cheap. Let’s compare the newest ProSafe GS108 to two less expensive alternatives that all provide eight gigabit ports enclosed in a sturdy and professional metal chassis – the Netgear GS308 and the TP-Link SG108.

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