Eric Geier
Network World
Bath Township, OH, United States
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5 DNS services to provide a layer of internet security
Use these DNS services—some free—to protect against malware and other unwanted content. → Read More
8 free, cheap, and hands-on ways to learn about network administration
Step-by-step instructions to walk you through network-administration projects that can hone skills in IP addressing, Wi-Fi monitoring, documenting asset configuration, setting up DNS, and more. → Read More
Workarounds for 4 tasks Windows 11 makes harder
Windows 11 may be prettier to look at than Windows 10, but some tasks have become more difficult. Try these tweaks to get around some impediments that Microsoft introduced in Windows 11. → Read More
How to buy Wi-Fi 6 access points
With more unlicensed wireless spectrum and specifications for MU-MIMO and OFDMA, the Wi-Fi 6 standard promises faster, more reliable networks, but not all vendors meet all the specs. → Read More
10 limitations of MU-MIMO in Wi-Fi
It’s a big breakthrough in wireless connectivity, but don’t let MU-MIMO’s limitations catch you off guard. Here are 10 ways to get up to speed on MU-MIMO Wi-Fi. → Read More
5 free network-vulnerability scanners
These 5 tools can help automate the detection and remediation of vulnerabilities, and they're available at no cost, and some are upgradeable to more fully featured platforms. → Read More
How to deploy 802.1x for Wi-Fi using WPA3-Enterprise
Wi-Fi Protected Access 3 can provide authentication with enhanced security. → Read More
8 free Wi-Fi stumbling and surveying tools for Windows and Mac
Measuring signal strength, channels, MAC addresses and security status of Wi-Fi networks is essential to understanding their health, and here are free tools – some for Windows, some for Macs – that can do just that. → Read More
Wi-Fi Mesh: What to know about enterprise mesh networks
Wireless mesh networks can be a fit for enterprises that need connectivity in settings where it's hard to run cable, outdoor areas, and rented spaces or temporary locations → Read More
5 things that will slow your Wi-Fi network
Wi-Fi networks can be slowed by use of old protocols, overlapping channels and low data rates, and here’s how to fix these and other performance problems. → Read More
How to Fix Your Wi-Fi Network
Easy but expert tips and tricks you can use to rid yourself of Wi-Fi problems. → Read More
7 free and cheap ways to learn about Windows administration
These projects can help you get real on-the-job experience before you get the job. → Read More
5 free IT help desk ticket systems
These tools provide help desk ticketing, IT asset management and more. → Read More
5 Ways to Secure Wi-Fi Networks
Tips about Wi-Fi security because wireless is inherently less secure. → Read More
Must-have Wi-Fi troubleshooting and management tools
Designing, maintaining and troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks aren’t simple tasks. Several tools, including Wi-Fi stumblers, Wi-Fi analyzers, RF spectrum analyzers and Wi-Fi survey heatmapping software, can help. → Read More
5 Wi-Fi analyzer and survey apps for Android
A review of five mobile survey apps - iBwave Wi-Fi Mobile, iMapper WiFi Pro, WiFi Analyzer and Surveyor from ManageEngine, Wi-Fi Visualizer from ITO Akihiro, and WiTuners Mobile - for enterprises to small offices. → Read More
Free and cheap ways to boost your IT skills
IT workers are all about self-improvement. It’s the nature of the profession: If you don’t keep your tech skills sharp, you’ll soon be left behind. That might be why so many IT pros have technical certifications. Nearly 60% of respondents to Computerworld’s 2017 IT Salary Survey say they hold at least one certification, and almost half say they plan to pursue one in the next two years. You can… → Read More
How to rescue your PC from ransomware
Ransomware is a serious headache. Don't negotiate with e-terrorists. Be a hero and rescue your hostage PC. → Read More
Review: Manage desktops remotely with these 5 tools
Remote monitoring and management (RMM) can be a great way to keep tabs on workstations, servers, and other IT infrastructure and also automate some maintenance and remediation tasks. This can help save time and resources in the IT department. We review 5 tools. → Read More
How to identify and resolve double-NAT problems
We’ll show you how to eliminate this conflict between your router and your broadband gateway. → Read More