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The Science of Ping Spikes and How to Reduce Them

Ping spikes are abrupt rises in latency when playing a game online that may interfere with the gameplay and performance. These spikes are caused by delays in the data that is being transmitted between the device and the game server and usually leads to lag, delayed action, or connection problems. Learning the science of ping Read More →
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How Much Internet Speed Do You Really Need?

For most U.S. households, an internet speed of 100Mbps download and 20Mbps upload is typically sufficient. That’s fast enough for streaming, gaming, video calls, and everyday browsing on multiple devices. However, the ideal internet speed varies based on household size and device usage. A single-user apartment has very different needs than a smart home filled Read More →

Global VPN Guide: Bypass Geo-Blocks & Protect Your Privacy

Ever been hyped for a game release or a streaming show, only to find out it’s not available in your region? Yeah, that stings. Gamers and streamers face geo-blocks all the time—missing out on game servers, exclusive content, or entire streaming libraries. On top of that, privacy risks like DDoS attacks, ISP throttling, and data Read More →
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10 Ways Magento Implementation Will Improve E-Store SEO

10 Ways Magento Implementation Will Improve E-Store SE Want to improve your eCommerce SEO through Magento implementation? Setting up a reliable Magento hosting platform will significantly impact your SEO and user experience. Magento provides flexible, people-first solutions that drive growth. This article covers optimizing SEO, increasing traffic, and enhancing usability with Magento implementation. Key Takeaways Read More →
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Tips for Troubleshooting Slow or Unstable Internet Connections

With the rise of smart home devices, cloud gaming, and streaming services, having a strong internet connection has become more essential than ever. If you’re facing lag while playing a game like League of Legends or experiencing slow download speeds, the issue might be on your end rather than with your internet service provider (ISP). Read More →
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Why Google is Holding On to Cookies

Google has recently announced its decision to maintain the use of third-party cookies, a move that has significant implications for the internet ecosystem. This announcement comes amid increasing scrutiny over data privacy and the evolving landscape of online advertising. Here’s what this decision means for the internet and its users. Continuation of Targeted Advertising Google’s Read More →
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Google Launches Umoja: A New Fiber Optic Cable Connecting Africa to Australia

Google has unveiled a major fiber optic cable project, named Umoja, which will connect Kenya to South Africa and then extend subsea to Australia. This new network will traverse Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and South Africa, finally reaching Australia’s west coast. Umoja, meaning “unity” in Swahili, is set Read More →

Advantages of a Cheap Offshore VPS with DMCA-Ignored Policies

Having access to a stable and reasonably priced hosting service is essential for modern people and enterprises. Offshore Virtual Private Servers (VPSs) that are inexpensive and have DMCA-ignorant rules have been increasingly popular in recent years. There are several benefits to using this combination instead of other common hosting methods. The advantages of using an Read More →

MediaTek Develops Revolutionary Smartphone Chips for Seamless Satellite Calling

The latest trend in mobile networking is satellite connectivity for high-end smartphones. Samsung, Apple, and Huawei have already integrated this technology, and now mobile chip giants like Qualcomm and MediaTek are also joining the fray. At MWC 2023, MediaTek announced that its next-generation chips would support the non-terrestrial network protocol (NTN) 3GPP, which includes satellite Read More →

The Benefits and Disadvantages of 5G Masts

The deployment of 5G technology has been gaining momentum over the past few years, and with it, the installation of 5G masts. While 5G technology promises faster internet speeds and a more connected world, the use of 5G masts has generated some concerns from the public. In this article, we will explore the benefits and Read More →

Is Web3 the new “free and decentralized” Internet?

Web3 is based on blockchain technology, these decentralized and secure virtual exchange platforms. Can Web3 enable the general public to reclaim the Internet? What exactly is it? “It’s more like a marketing buzzword than the reality right now,” said Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX about Web3 on his Twitter account, the social networking Read More →

 How the Pandemic boosted the Deployment of Fiber Optics

From the use of social networks or instant messaging to online commerce, streaming or video conferencing applications, digital uses have experienced a very strong acceleration since the start of the Covid-19 Pandemic. It also owes a lot, in parallel, to the deployment of fiber optics, which is gradually democratizing very high-speed Internet access.     Smart Read More →

How to set up a VPN on iPhone? 

Setting up a VPN on iPhone is very simple if you don’t already have a VPN subscription on another platform. If you already have a VPN on your PC or Mac, the procedure will sometimes be a little more complex, but you will avoid having to pay for a new subscription, because, it is not Read More →

Three Tips To Improve Online Marketing Strategy 

Now, there are many ways to perfect your online presence and acquire leads. Among the most effective, optimizing your SEO, social media marketing and content marketing.   Optimize search engine results If your website does not register enough traffic and you are poorly referenced on search engines, the problem may come from a bad balance Read More →

Lapsus$: A Teenager behind the Dreaded Cybercriminal Group

Lapsus$ is notably responsible for hacking Nvidia, Samsung, Vodaphone, Ubisoft, Microsoft… It is hard to believe, however, according to Bloomberg, several cybersecurity experts believe that a 16-year-old teenager, living with his mother, near Oxford, could be one of the masterminds of the Lapsus$ group. Appeared at the end of 2021, the list of its victims Read More →