Networking Articles
The Best Windows Command Line Network Commands
Feb 11th, 2021 by Sydney Butler
So that you can TC/IP freely
What Is Double NAT and How to Fix It on a Network
Feb 1st, 2021 by Patrick Hearn
Quick Summary: It slows down your Internet speed
How to Use a Spare Router as a Wifi Extender
Jan 21st, 2021 by Sydney Butler
Get more juice to your man cave
Best WiFi Encryption for Speed and Why
Plus, why you should consider a VPN
WiFi is actually a collection of different technologies working together to get bits of data wirelessly from one device to another. You have quite a few options when it comes […]
How Automatic HDMI Switching Works
And how it can make your life easier
Do you have more devices to connect to your TV than actual HDMI ports? In a world where people often have multiple game consoles, Blu-ray players and perhaps even a […]
What Is DHCP Lease Time And How To Change It
An essential element of your network
When you connect to a local network, either by WiFi or ethernet, a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server on your network router will issue your device with an IP […]
What Does “Ethernet Doesn’t Have a Valid IP Configuration” Mean?
It means you should read this article
The “Ethernet doesn’t have a valid IP configuration” error is a common issue relating to your internet connection. It means that your computer doesn’t have a valid IP address and, […]
8 Easy Raspberry Pi Projects For Beginners
You'll be cookin' in no time flat
Learning how to work with computers and board level electronics is now something that happens in elementary school. The Raspberry Pi Project can take a lot of credit for that. […]
What Is NAT, How Does It Work, and Why Is It Used?
Used by billions, understood by very few
You might have heard of something called an IP Address, – if you haven’t, start off by reading our article explaining the concept – but for this article on NAT […]
How to Add a Local DNS Lookup to Hosts File
Great for blocking or redirecting websites
When you type a website URL into the address bar of your browser, a request is sent to a type of internet server known as a domain name server. This […]
What Is The Cloud & How To Get The Most Out Of It
Hint: you don't need a rain slicker
You’ve heard of people storing their pictures and files in the cloud. At work, they may say that the software you use is in the cloud. Almost everything seems to […]
How to Release and Renew an IP Address
A basic skill every geek should know
Whenever you have internet problems, the cause could be a multitude of things. However, sometimes, the fix is a simple release and renew of your IP address. What does it […]
HDG Explains : What Is a Dedicated IP Address & Should I Get One?
We break down all the important considerations
Most people are under the assumption that when you sign for a hosting plan, you get your own IP address, but that’s not true. The truth is you need to […]
Change IP Address and DNS Servers using the Command Prompt
Just because it's more fun
The Command Prompt application, sometimes referred to as command shell, is found in most Windows NT-based operating systems. Its purpose is to execute specific commands for troubleshooting or solving specific […]
HDG Explains: What Is Telnet?
It has some pretty interesting uses
When most people think of the internet, what they’re really thinking of is the Web. However the physical network that makes up the internet carries far more than just websites […]
HDG Explains : What Is a Parked Domain & What Are Its Advantages?
Hint: nothing to do with cars
If you’re looking for an explanation of what is a parked domain and the advantages it can bring, you may find it difficult to find everything you need to know […]
How To Set Up a NAS (Network Attached Storage)
File sharing and backups from anywhere
A nifty way to access our files over the internet is by using a NAS, or Network Attached Storage device. A NAS is basically a way of connecting a centralized […]
Can’t See Other Computers on a Network? Fixes For Windows, Mac, and Linux
Here are the settings and configurations to check
If you’re trying to share files between PCs on a local network, but you just can’t make a connection, it could point to a problem with your network configuration. You […]
Fix “Windows Can’t Connect To This Network” Error
One of these methods should help
“Windows 10 can’t connect to this network” is one of the issues you could face while trying to connect your Windows machine to a network. As you can see, except […]
HDG Explains : What Is Miracast?
Say bye bye to the HDMI
Miracast is one of a number of wireless display standards. If you have a Miracast device and display, you can send a video signal from one to the other, without […]