A public hot spot is a wireless computer network used by the public. An organisation, business or even city councils provide free and paid public wireless hotspots you can use to surf the internet on your phone, Ipad, computer or laptop. Free and fast internet which is readily available is awesome when your sitting around waiting or travelling and many… Read more →
Category: WLAN
Weird Computer Fixes – Part 1
Computers are funny machines. Although based on logic and math, computers still do weird things which exactly be explained. Some computer repairs we do completely defy logic in the face of what shouldn’t happen, but does. This can happen at the software level but also at the physical component level also. This article will endeavor to explain some weird computer… Read more →
Working Out Wireless Problems
Wireless (WIFI) internet and networking on both desktop and laptop computers has changed the way we use them. No longer to we have to run cables along the frond, through the walls and wrapped round desks. Simply using the built in wireless adapter in most computers or by adding one with a USB dongle can release us from the restraints… Read more →
Where is my Internet Going
The digital age old question, “Where is my internet going?” Whether your internet is going somewhere else, slow or not downloading like you think it should, it is always good to have tools on hand which you can look and see not only what speed your internet is, but how much you are currently uploading and downloading at a particular… Read more →
Why Your Voice Controlled Speaker Might Be Failing
Voice controlled speakers are amazing. With this type of name it is easy to think they just play music on command from your voice, but in fact they are a lot more. With a device such as Amazon Echo or Google Home, you can literally control your other device such as lights, computers, television, locking systems and air-conditioners from the… Read more →
Wireless Internet Dropping Out Periodically
Sometimes wireless internet can drive you crazy. On one hand it is convenient – you do not have to run cables all over your home or business, and on the other you can feel hopeless an unable to do even the most basic things like view a website or check an email. The situation usually goes like this. You know… Read more →
You’re Getting a New Computer Christmas
A lot of people get I.T. gadgets, mobile phones and computers and laptops for Christmas. With all the anticipation and excitement to use their new devices, a lot of customers forget to do some basic things on their computer, which result in them calling us not long after they start using their new computer. This post will list in order… Read more →
Rain and Internet in Townsville
The wet season is fast approaching and we have already seen a little bit of rain this weekend which is playing havoc with peoples modems and routers. Every year when it starts to rain we get a influx if phone calls form customers whose internet has gone down. This is not a coincidence, and it really applies to people who… Read more →
Different Ways to Connect to Your Printer or Scanner
With so many different types of gadgets and different types of connections now, it can be a bit confusing know how to connect something as simple as a basic printer or scanner. For the most part it is not too hard, however there are always different variations and different ways depending no much anymore but the type of computer you… Read more →
I’ve Lost Internet When I Added a New Network Device
Its one thing for someone in the shop to say, “Just plug it in and it will work’, but its always a different situation when you but a network related device, add it to your internet at home and things just stop working. The main reason behind this is your network at home or business, in most cases are reliant… Read more →