Smart Device Won't Connect to Wi-Fi? Use the 2.4 GHz Band
Many smart plugs, cameras and bulbs only work on 2.4 GHz. Why setup fails on modern routers, and how to connect them on eero, Google, Netgear and TP-Link.
Tehseen Arbab
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Tehseen Arbab is a digital publisher and technology enthusiast with a background in software and digital marketing. Through WiFi Weekly, he focuses on making Wi-Fi, home networking, internet connectivity, and wireless technology easier to understand. His work aims to help readers make informed decisions about networking equipment, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and get more out of their internet connections.
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Do You Need a Gaming Router? What the Gaming Features Do
Gaming routers add a priority port, traffic prioritization and paid route services. Here is what each does, what doesn't help, and who should buy one.
What Is MoCA? How to Use Coax Cable Instead of Ethernet
MoCA adapters send your home network over the coax cable already in the walls, at up to 2.5 Gbps. Here is how it works, what to buy and what to check.
Should You Turn Off WPS and UPnP on Your Router?
WPS and UPnP make setup easier, and both have known security weaknesses. Here is what each does, the official advice, and what breaks without them.
Should Smart Home Devices Go on a Guest Wi-Fi Network?
The NSA and FBI both advise keeping smart devices apart from your laptops and phones. Here is how a guest network does that, and what it can break.
Cat 5e vs. Cat 6 vs. Cat 6A: Which Ethernet Cable Do You Need?
Cat 5e handles 2.5 Gbps, Cat 6 handles 5 Gbps and Cat 6A handles 10 Gbps at full length. Here is which Ethernet cable to buy for a home network.
Wired vs. Wireless Backhaul for Mesh Wi-Fi: How to Set It Up
Backhaul is the link between your mesh units. Here is how wired and wireless backhaul differ, how to cable a mesh system, and the mistakes to avoid.
How Much Internet Speed Do I Need? A Household Guide for 2026
Add up what your household does at the same time, then check the upload number. Here are the official figures for streaming, video calls and gaming.
WPA2 vs. WPA3: Which Wi-Fi Security Setting Should You Use?
WPA3 protects your Wi-Fi password better than WPA2, but older devices may not connect. Here is which router setting to pick and when.
Wi-Fi 6E vs. Wi-Fi 7: Which Should You Buy in 2026?
Wi-Fi 7 adds 320 MHz channels, Multi-Link Operation and 4K QAM to what Wi-Fi 6E offers. Here is who benefits, who doesn't, and what to check on the box.
Why Is My Wi-Fi Slow When My Internet Is Fast?
Your internet speed is measured at the modem. Wi-Fi is a separate link to each device, with its own limits. Here is how to find yours.
Wi-Fi 8 Routers Are Here, but Not in the US: Buy or Wait?
TP-Link and ASUS are selling Wi-Fi 8 routers outside the US. An FCC rule decides which can launch here, and the standard itself is still a draft.