While strength is often visually represented in the form of cones, bars, or dots, it’s really calculated in the form of decibels per milliwatt, or dBm. A perfect signal is -30dBm, which you’ll ...

Q: Can you explain how to use a Wi-Fi analyzer app? A: Wi-Fi has become an essential utility for most homes and making sure the signal is adequate in high-usage areas is key. When a Wi-Fi signal is ...

You can easily check your Wi-Fi signal's strength, right down to the exact dBm levels, on a Mac or PC computer. Signal strength is measured in decibel milliwatts (dBm ...

Here at PCMag Labs, our mission is to deliver accurate, reproducible test results for every product we review. We use those results, along with other criteria, such as pricing, ease of use, and ...

The coronavirus pandemic is now in its third year, which means that many former commuters are now in their third year of working from home. Even folks who are back in the office a few days a week are ...

Question: Can you explain how to use a Wi-Fi analyzer app? Answer: Wi-Fi has become an essential utility for most homes, and making sure the signal is adequate in high usage areas is key. When a Wi-Fi ...

Airports do it. Satellite dishes do it. Even giant radio telescopes do it. So why shouldn't you be able to focus your Wi-Fi signal in a way that makes it more useful? Some folks at Dartmouth think you ...

The original Ghostbusters movie is a classic that’s still delivering nearly 40 years after its release — just let that sink in for a minute. Almost every aspect of the film, from hand props to quotes, ...

These days, a fast and reliable Wi-Fi signal is akin to basic utilities like electricity, water or gas — an essential, whether you’re still working from home or just need an optimal experience for all ...

RF- and data-level test equipment that designers must use together to fully exercise the protocols. Courtesy of Agilent Technologies. This article previously appeared in the September 1, 2005, issue ...

Slow broadband is one of the biggest annoyances many of us face on a daily basis. Having a bad connection can disrupt how we work, play and stay entertained, along with causing issues for ...