Computer & Electronics 2025, February

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If you need to create more space on a DVD so that you can add new files or folders to it or if you want to delete the data it contains, you can do it by simply formatting it. DVD-RWs and DVD-Rs are the most popular and used DVD formats. DVD-RWs are rewritable media, ie they can be reused, while DVD-Rs do not allow you to delete or modify the data they contain once burned.

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LCD monitors are made up of many complex components, so it is not unusual for them to malfunction or fail. For most problems, excluding severe structural damage, an easy solution can be found directly within the walls of the house. Read the article and do not miss the section dedicated to safety advice because some repairs could expose you to the risk of coming into contact with strong electric current discharges.

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Dust and debris are your PC's worst enemy. When the dust builds up, settling in your fans and components, your PC is more and more difficult to "breathe" and not overheat. This puts a strain on your hardware and results in a shorter lifespan of the entire device.

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Do you suspect that someone has managed to gain access to your wireless network? If you want to know which devices are connected to your Wi-Fi network, then keep reading this article. There are several ways to find the information you are looking for.

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As more and more devices are able to connect to wireless networks, setting up a wireless router has become a crucial point for any home network. Enabling Wi-Fi in your home requires only a broadband Internet connection, a computer, a modem, and a wireless router.

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This article explains how to set up a Smart TV so that it can have internet access. Normally, you can use a wireless network connection using a Wi-Fi router or a wired connection using an Ethernet cable. Steps Method 1 of 2: Wi-Fi connection Step 1.

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This article explains how to view the list of IP addresses of all devices connected to a network router. You can use a Windows computer or a Mac to access a router's configuration and management web page. If you are using a mobile device, iOS or Android, you can download a diagnostic app to detect all devices connected to a router.

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Wireless systems are increasingly used thanks to the important improvements made to their usability over the years. This is good for many portable devices such as laptops, smartphones, etc. But there are also cases where a wireless adapter isn't always included in a desktop computer, or you may want a more stable wireless connection than the one you currently use.

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The public IP address is a unique address that allows you to identify a device within the internet network. If your PC is connected to a local LAN which in turn is connected to the internet, it will have two IP addresses: one for identifying the device within the LAN and one for identifying it on the web.

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If you have a website that is too large to be managed by the hosting services available on the web or if you want to be able to quickly change its structure and configuration, try setting up your web server directly on the computer you are using to view this guide.

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Are you having difficulty connecting your Linksys WRT160N router to the internet? Here are some steps that will help you set it up. Steps Step 1. Connect your computer to the router. Use an ethernet cable to connect the computer to the router.

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This article shows you how to change the name of a Wi-Fi network (which in technical jargon is indicated by the abbreviation "SSID"). Normally this change must be performed using the configuration web page of the router that manages the wireless network, so the first step is to identify the IP address of the network router.

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Do you need to increase the Wi-Fi signal strength of your home network? Have you just had a can of beer and don't know what to do with it? Try to combine the two by using the can to increase the power of your Wi-Fi router, you will avoid the complicated and messy procedures required by the other possible solutions.

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This tutorial shows you how to make a very effective antenna for your WiFi adapter, in case you have lost the standard one that came with your device. Note: This procedure has only been tested with the D-Link DWL-AG530 WiFi adapter, so the results obtained may differ slightly.

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This article explains how to change the public and private IP address of a Windows computer. The public address is what your computer broadcasts to other networks, while the private address is specific to your device within the wireless home network.

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An intranet represents a structure very similar to the internet characterized by a set of documents linked together by hypertext links. However, an intranet differs from the internet in that its contents can only be accessed from computers connected to a local LAN or via VPN using a username and password.

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Trying to break any data encryption algorithm involves knowing a few things. First, you need to know that there is a data encryption scheme. Second, you need to know how the encryption algorithm works. Here's how to access a network protected by WEP encryption, using a program to intercept network packets.

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There are countless reasons why a user may need to change their computer's IP address. This tutorial will show you the steps to take to change the IP address of a computer connected to a wired or Wi-Fi network. Be careful, what you are editing is not the public IP address of your internet connection, for this purpose you should contact the customer service of your internet connection manager.

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Configuring the Netgear router allows you to use it with your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and can also help troubleshoot network connectivity issues. Most ISPs don't require you to set up your Netgear router, unless you're using it with a cable or DSL internet connection.

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To change the password for accessing a Wi-Fi network managed by a D-Link router, you need to access the device configuration web page using any internet browser. After logging in to the page using the correct credentials, you can change the password of your Wi-Fi network in a few simple steps using the "

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This article shows you how to enable the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) service on a network router. The DHCP protocol allows the automatic assignment of an IP address to each device that connects to the LAN managed by a router. In this way, the configuration of the network access parameters will be performed automatically by the router / modem, avoiding that two devices can have the same IP address, a scenario in which connection errors would be generated due to th

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A computer network is a group of two or more computers connected by a communication system, so that they can share data, resources and peripherals. While there are many ways to create a network, wireless networking has become standard in recent years, at home and in the office.

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The MAC address, or Media Access Control, is a unique tool used to identify the computer on the network. Changing the address can help you diagnose any network errors, or you can just change it to use a name you like. Read this guide to find out how.

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Do you want to make sure your home network is secure? You can hack your network thanks to free tools created to test the security of its encryption. Using these tools to hack into networks not owned by you is illegal . Follow this guide to test the security level of your network.

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The Wi-Fi connection is very convenient because it does not require the use of bulky cables and guarantees incredible freedom of movement. Unfortunately, unlike a wired network, a Wi-Fi network is less secure, exposing your information to the risk of being intercepted.

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This article shows you how to connect a computer to a network router / modem using an Ethernet cable and how to configure connection settings on both Windows and Mac computers. Steps Method 1 of 3: Connect to the Router Step 1. Purchase an Ethernet network cable Cables of this type, also known by the abbreviation RJ-45, are characterized by two square connectors similar to those of a telephone cable, but much larger.

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A VPN, an acronym derived from the English "Virtual Private Network", indicates a secure connection between two systems using the public internet network. This means that two computers located in two different places on the globe can communicate securely and privately using the internet connection.

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There is nothing more fun than organizing a LAN game with friends. The best part is being able to see your friends in the face as you clap them loudly in your basement. Hosting a LAN party isn't difficult. Follow the steps below to learn how to get enough bandwidth and fix the other technicalities.

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You can connect an RJ-45 connector to a network cable quickly and easily either by using a crimping tool or by using a standard flat-blade screwdriver. If you have a crimping tool, you will need to free the network cable wires from the outer protective sheath, untangle the skein, order them in the correct sequence, insert them into the RJ-45 connector, and use the crimping tool to clamp the wires onto the corresponding metal terminals and secure the connector to the cable.

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To be able to view files stored on a computer connected to a LAN, you must use a user account that has the necessary permissions to access the network location where the files are stored. This principle is valid regardless of the operating system and hardware used.

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MAC (Multimedia Access Control) addresses are a series of unique codes assigned to electronic devices that identify them on a network. MAC Filters (MAC Filtering on many routers) work by allowing or denying access to specific MAC addresses. MAC filters are an excellent safety measure;

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This article explains how to change the password to access the Wi-Fi network created by a TP-Link router. This is the password you must provide to gain access to the wireless network generated and managed by the device. Steps Step 1.

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Installing a router is the first step in building a secure home network, but how do you go about choosing the right one? And once you have purchased the router, how do you go about mounting it? Follow this guide to be able to set up the right router for a secure wireless (Wi-Fi) network.

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It is a good idea to change your router password periodically to make your computer and personal information more secure. However, each router works slightly differently, and there are so many models and manufacturers that it would be impossible to deal with all of them.

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You can view the contents of the DNS cache (from English "Domain Name System") using the "Terminal" or "Command Prompt" window on Mac and PC. Using a series of commands, the DNS client cache can be emptied. On mobile devices, it is possible to reset the cache using the "

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This article explains how to optimize the data connection speed of an iOS device. There are several steps that can help you improve the data connection speed of your iPhone or iPad. Steps Step 1. Use a Wi-Fi connection instead of a cellular data connection In general, Wi-Fi connections are faster than cellular data connections.

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If you are organizing a big game on the LAN, or you have extra computers around the house, try building a dedicated server to play on the LAN with your friends. Follow this guide to create a dedicated server and to organize your LAN game. Steps Method 1 of 3:

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This article explains how to disable a VPN connection on Windows and macOS. Steps Method 1 of 4: Use the Windows VPN Program Step 1. Click on the notifications button It is represented by a square speech bubble and is located at the bottom right of the taskbar.

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There are various reasons why you may find yourself needing to change the password of your Netgear router: for prevention, to prevent access by someone who has discovered the password, because you think the other is inappropriate, and so on.

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This article shows you how to disconnect a previously mapped network drive on a computer. You can do this on both Windows and Mac systems. Steps Method 1 of 2: Windows Step 1. Access the "Start" menu by clicking the icon It features the Windows logo and is located in the lower left corner of the desktop.