We've gathered the most often asked powerline networking questions and answers in one handy place. Enjoy!
The Basics
SmallNetBuilder's Powerline FAQ
The Best Way To Get Whole House Wireless Coverage
Updated There is only one way to get reliable, high-performance whole-home (or office) wireless coverage.
How To Buy a NAS - The Short(er) Version - Updated 2011
Our updated short guide to buying a NAS will get you quickly pointed in the right direction.
Homegrown Network: A Concrete Example
Designing and installing a DIY home network is hard enough. But doing it in a concrete block home requires extra planning and care.
Why High Power Routers Don't Improve Range
More often than not, you're wasting money by falling for this come-on.
How To Add Ports To A Router
Expanding the number of Ethernet ports on a router is one of the easiest things you can do. But people still have questions. We've got the answers.
Choosing Diskful vs. Diskless NASes
One of the basic choices you need to make when buying a NAS is whether you want one with or without drives. Here are four things to consider when making your choice.
Slow HomePlug? Five Ways To Boost Powerline Network Speed
Powerline networking can deliver higher and more consistent throughput than wireless, but it can take some tweaking. These tips will show you how to improve your HomePlug network speed.
How Fast Is Your Network? Five Ways To Measure Network Speed
Measuring your network speed is a lot easier than it used to be. We'll help you choose the right tool for the job.
SmallNetBuilder's Wireless FAQ: The Essentials
Updated No need to go searching through the site. We've gathered the most important wireless networking need-to-knows in one handy place!
How To Buy a Wireless Router: The Short Version

If you want a quick and dirty guide to help choose a wireless router, this article is for you.
Smart Switch How to - Part 3: Bandwidth Control
In our last of the series, we show how a smart switch can both limit and expand bandwidth use in your network.Smart Switch How to - Part 2: Security
Part 2 of our short series shows how to use a smart switch to enhance LAN security.Smart Switch How To - Part 1: What A Managed Switch Can Do For Your Small Network
Part 1 of our series shows how basic managed switch features can benefit even small home LANs.Backing Up Your NAS: Harder Than It Should Be
How To Use a Router To Add Network Ports
There are two ways to put an old router back to work if you need more LAN ports.5 Ways To Fix Slow 802.11n Speed
Disappointed that you're not getting the 300 Mbps that you keep hearing that 802.11n gear delivers? Use our five tips to get back some of the speed that you paid for!
Gigabit Ethernet NeedTo Know - 2008
More people are making the move to gigabit LANs. Our updated tutorial will help you decide whether it's time for you to make the move, too.How To Fix Your Wireless Network - Part 4: Antennas
In Part 4 of our How To series, we look at the ins and outs of changing antennas in the quest to improve wireless LAN performance.How To Choose the Right Wireless LAN for You
Choosing a wireless LAN product that you'll be happy with isn't easy. Our How To will help you sort out the options.Page 1 of 3








