Home Networking
Mesh WiFi, VLANs, PoE switches, and the structured wiring that separates a house with dead zones from one that streams 4K to every room.
Cat6 vs Cat6a: When the Upgrade is Worth It
Cat6 runs 10 Gbps to about 55 m; Cat6a holds it to the full 100 m at 500 MHz. Here is when the thicker, pricier Cat6a is worth pulling and when Cat6 is plenty.
PoE vs PoE+ vs PoE++: How Much Power Each Standard Delivers
PoE delivers 15.4 W, PoE+ 30 W, and PoE++ up to about 90 W at the switch. Here is what each IEEE standard gives a device and which tier your cameras and access points need.
What is a VLAN, and When Do You Actually Need One?
What is a VLAN? It splits one switch into separate logical networks with IEEE 802.1Q tags. Here is how tagging, trunk ports, and segmentation actually work, and when you need them.
PoE Security Cameras: Why Power Over Ethernet Changes Everyt
PoE Security Cameras: Why Power Over Ethernet Changes Everything. It removes the need for separate power outlets and cuts installation complexity.