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What to do before you start a generator so you don’t trip breakers instantly

When the lights go out, a portable generator can feel like a lifeline, but if you rush the startup, you can end up staring at ...

Bad Wi-Fi at home? Try my 10 go-to ways to fix your internet this weekend

You don't have to buy a new computer to get Wi-Fi 7 speeds. There are external Wi-Fi dongles, such as the Asus RT-BE58 Go or Acer Wave D7, that you can plug into an available USB port to get Wi-Fi 7 ...
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Your Router Is Probably in the Wrong Place. Here Are the 4 Tweaks to Fix Your Slow Internet

One type of electronic device to especially avoid is the microwave, which emits a strong signal in the 2.4GHz band, the same wireless band your router operates in. Be careful not to stick your router ...

14 Electrical Mistakes Homeowners Make

Taking on DIY projects around your home and garden can be incredibly rewarding. From building a new planter box to installing ...
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What to keep next to your breaker box so you’re not scrambling during an outage

When the lights cut out, the last place you want to be is on your hands and knees in the dark, feeling around for a flashlight while your breaker box looms somewhere nearby. A small, well planned ...
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How to Enable Quick Machine Recovery to Fix Boot Problems on Windows 11

Stuck in a Windows 11 boot loop? Here's how to enable Quick Machine Recovery to automatically repair startup crashes ...

Here’s why your washing machine stops mid-cycle and how to fix it without calling a technician

A washing machine that stops mid-cycle can interrupt your day. From overloading and drain blockages to electrical faults, ...
InfoQ

Building Streaming Infrastructure That Scales: Because Viewers Won't Wait Until Tomorrow

In streaming, the challenge is immediate: customers are watching TV right now, not planning to watch it tomorrow. When systems fail during prime time, there is no recovery window; viewers leave and ...