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Monterey Jack is named after a person (David Jack, the first person to sell it commercially) and a place (Monterey, Alta California, home to the 18th century friars who made the original cheese).

 

June 29, 2019

Did You Know?

Monterey Jack is named after a person (David Jack, the first person to sell it commercially) and a place (Monterey, Alta California, home to the 18th century friars who made the original cheese).

 
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How to Speed Up Your PlayStation 4’s Downloads


Sony’s PS4 is notorious for slow download speeds, particularly the original 2014 model. This isn’t always down to hardware—software running in the background, Wi-Fi problems, and other network issues all play their part. Read More »

 
How to See All Your Saved Wi-Fi Passwords on Windows 10


Windows remembers every Wi-Fi password you’ve ever used. That’s how it reconnects to those networks. Here’s how you can view the saved password of any network you’ve ever connected to on your Windows PC. Read More »

 
How to Choose the Best (and Fastest) Alternative DNS Server


Your internet service provider offers its own DNS servers, which help you turn websites like www.howtogeek.com into their respective IP addresses. Your devices use those by default, but you can set your own preferred DNS servers for a bit of improved speed. Read More »

 
The Ultimate Guide to Changing Your DNS Server


There are many reasons you might want to use a third-party DNS server, from parental controls and security features to speed and reliability improvements. You can change the DNS server for your entire home network on your router, or set it individually on a PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad, Android device, Chromebook, or many other devices. Read More »

 
10 Useful Options You Can Configure In Your Router’s Web Interface


Your wireless router has a variety of useful options you can configure. These are practically hidden—you wouldn’t know these features exist unless you were digging through your router’s configuration pages. But they’re worth knowing about. Read More »

 
How to Find the Best Wi-Fi Channel for Your Router on Any Operating System


If you live in an apartment complex, you've probably noticed more than just the passive-aggressive network IDs that your neighbors use—very likely you've had problems with your wireless connections dropping out, or just not being as fast as you'd like. This often has to do with the Wi-Fi channels in your area. Read More »

 
What Are Mesh Wi-Fi Systems, and How Do They Work?


If your home’s Wi-Fi network has dead spots, or doesn’t reach across your entire house, then you might have recently considered getting a mesh Wi-Fi system. They’ve skyrocketed in popularity, but what exactly is mesh Wi-Fi and how is it different than a traditional Wi-Fi extender? Read More »

 
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How to Choose Your New Favorite Sunglasses


It's sunshine o'clock—do you know where your favorite sunglasses are? Whether you’ve misplaced your faves or never found a pair to love last summer, we’re here to help you pick the best shades. Read More »

 
How to Easily Extend Your Home Network with Powerline Networking


Running new wires and physically extending your home network in existing construction is a hassle at best and a nightmare at worst. You don’t need to fish cable and tear up dryway to run new cable; you can use your home’s electrical wiring as a high speed home network. Read on as we show you how. Read More »

 
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The Best Sunscreen for Beach Days or Everyday Use


Sun damage is real. Whether you’re hitting the beach, at a baseball game, or just spending some time outside, you should be using sunscreen. But first, you need to find a sunscreen that’s right for your skin. Read More »

 
Why You Probably Aren’t Getting the Internet Speeds You’re Paying For (and How to Tell)


Have you ever noticed that your Internet service provider advertises their speeds as “up to” a maximum speed? You may think you’re paying for a 15 Mbps connection, but you’re actually getting an “up to 15 Mbps” connection that may be slower. Read More »

 
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Early Actors Imitated The Murmur Of Crowds By Repeating The Phrase?
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How To Get a Better Wireless Signal and Reduce Wireless Network Interference


Like all sufficiently advanced technologies, Wi-Fi can feel like magic. But Wi-Fi isn't magic – it's radio waves. A variety of things can interfere with these radio waves, making your wireless connection weaker and more unreliable. Read More »

 
 

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