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"Some of the Best Broadband Speed Tweaks on the Net"
We cover Broadband Internet connections, network security, wireless and system performance. A large section of SG focuses on Cable Modems and DSL technology, stressing on improving TCP/IP performance over high speed/latency networks. Some of the more popular SG network tools are listed below:
Anthropic confirms it's been 'adjusting' Claude usage limits
2026-03-27 18:34 EST by Daniela

Anthropic is reducing message limits for even Pro and Max customers during its peak hours in a new effort to cope with demand."To manage growing demand for Claude we're adjusting our 5 hour session limits for free/Pro/Max subs during peak hours. Your weekly limits remain unchanged", said Thariq Shihipar, an engineer who works on Claude Code, in a post on X.Unlike ChatGPT, which has a daily... »

US bans new foreign-made consumer internet routers
2026-03-25 18:07 EST by Daniela

The US has banned new foreign-made consumer internet routers over national security concerns. In an update on Monday to a list of equipment seen as not secure enough for use, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) added all consumer-grade routers made outside the US.It puts routers - which are used widely in homes and businesses to connect computers, phones, TVs and other devices to the... »

LG display targets longer laptop battery life with 1Hz screens
2026-03-23 17:11 EST by Daniela

A new screen from LG Display promises to extend a laptop's battery life by dropping to refresh rates as low as one frame per second. The company is now mass-producing a "1 to 120Hz" LCD for laptops that detects how you're using your PC and calibrates the refresh rate accordingly to save power. "It automatically switches the refresh rate down to 1Hz when the screen is static and up to 120Hz when... »

OpenAI 'Superapp' to merge ChatGPT, Codex, and Atlas browser
2026-03-22 17:41 EST by Daniela

OpenAI will combine its web browser, ChatGPT app and Codex coding app into a singular desktop super app, CNBC confirmed on Thursday.Fidji Simo, OpenAI’s CEO of Applications, will oversee the change with assistance from OpenAI President Greg Brockman, according to a spokesperson. The new app aims to help OpenAI streamline the user experience and reduce fragmentation."Companies go through phases... »

Hundreds of millions of iPhones can be hacked with a new tool found in the wild
2026-03-18 18:09 EST by Daniela

Google, along with two cybersecurity firms, are warning iPhone users of a new exploit that can steal data - all from just visiting a website on a user's iOS device.DarkSword is a new hacking toolkit being deployed by bad actors on a global scale. The reports by Google Threat Intelligence Group and cybersecurity companies Lookout and iVerify detailed multiple vulnerabilities used to carry out... »


Cudy Tech WR3000S Wireless Router
AX3000 Gigabit Mesh Wi-Fi 6 Router

Equipped with the highest 160 MHz bandwidth in Wi-Fi 6 and 1024-QAM, this router go up to 3 Gbps wirelessly, more than 2.5X faster than the last-gen AC 2x2 WiFi router.

Five streams-3 in 5 GHz and 2 in 2.4 GHz-enhance the agility to navigate signals through obstacles. In addition, the high-gain antennas and Beamforming boost the signal to every corner of your home.

Designed to connect 200... »

Aginet EX520 Wireless Router
AX3000 Dual Band WiFi 6 Router

Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) technology brings faster speeds, less lag, and higher capacity, enabling more simultaneous connections on your home network. Every application feels more fluid with drastically improved WiFi speeds. Both the 2.4 GHz band and 5 GHz band get upgraded to the latest generation - perfect for 4K/8K streaming, online gaming, and fast downloading.

Easily handle dozens of devices... »

TP-Link TL-WA1801 Wireless Access Point
AX1800 Gigabit Wi-Fi 6 Access Point

TL-WA1801 is a dual band 802.11ax access point, which offers combined speeds of up to 1800Mbps and is suited to serve multiple devices at the same time. The 5GHz band is ideal for Ultra-HD streaming video and online gaming, while the 2.4GHz band is there for all of your everyday Internet needs, like sending email and browsing the Internet.

TL-WA1801 supports multiple operation modes: Access... »

TP-Link Archer GE230 Wireless Router
BE3600 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 Gaming Router

Archer GE230 is built to future-proof your gaming with Wi-Fi 7, delivering a smooth gaming experience with 4K-QAM and Multi-Link Operation achieving combined speeds of up to 3.6 Gbps
(2882 Mbps on the 5 GHz band and 688 Mbps on 2.4 GHz).

With Wi-Fi 7 features like Multi-Link Operation (MLO) and 4K-QAM, enjoy seamless game play and fast speed.

Dedicated Gaming port automatically... »

Netgear EAX17 Mesh Wireless
AX3000 Dual-band WiFi 6 Mesh Extender

EAX17 provides speeds as fast as 3Gbps (2.4+0.6 Gbps) throughout your home.

Dual-core 1.3 GHz processor ensures smooth 4K UHD streaming and gaming.

For maximum performance, the built-in Gigabit Ethernet port connects directly to a wired device,
delivering an unparalleled gaming and streaming performance

One WiFi Name - seamlessly switch between networks in your home for the... »

Mercusys MB130-4G Mobile Router (3G, 4G, 5G)
AC1200 Wireless Dual Band 4G LTE Router

Fully compatible with FDD-LTE and TDD-LTE to work with most service providers worldwide. Insert a nano SIM card and turn on the router to share your 4G LTE network with multiple Wi-Fi devices.

Working as a 4G router, the MB130-4G uses 4G LTE technology to achieve fast speeds up to 150 Mbps download and 50Mbps upload. It can also share a dual-band Wi-Fi network with speeds of 867 Mbps on 5 GHz... »


Windows 7, Vista, 2008 Tweaks
by Philip (155 comments)

Windows 7 TweaksWindows Vista introduces a number of new features to the TCP/IP stack, including CTCP, and TCP Window Auto-Tuning. This new implementation works much better by default than previous Windows versions with broadband internet connections, and is able to adjust the RWIN value on the fly, depending on the BDP (bandwidth-delay product). This, however, introduces some problems with older routers and restricts the user from tweaking some of the TCP/IP parameters. Still, there is always some room for... »

Windows 10,11 TCP/IP Tweaks
by Philip (50 comments)

Windows 10 TweaksThe TCP/IP speed tweaks below work with Windows 8, 10, 2012/2019 Server. The Windows 8/10 TCP/IP implementation shares many traits with earlier Windows versions, however, there are many subtle differences and updates, new syntax for applying tweaks using PowerShell cmdlets, and some new settings. Windows 10 generally works well by default for many broadband connections, yet there is always some room for improvement and we will try to cover all relevant settings and their effect on your... »

How To Crack WEP and WPA Wireless Networks
by Philip (95 comments)

Introduction With the popularity of wireless networks and mobile computing, an overall understanding of common security issues has become not only relevant, but very necessary for both home/SOHO users and IT professionals alike. This article is aimed at illustrating current security flaws in WEP/WPA/WPA2. Successfully cracking a wireless network assumes some basic familiarity with networking principles and terminology, as well as working with command-line tools. A basic familiarity... »

Gaming Tweaks
by Philip (59 comments)

Online Gaming can often benefit from some fine-tuning of Windows TCP/IP settings and the Network Adapter properties. This article is intended to supplement our general broadband tweaks and list only TCP/IP settings that are specific to online gaming and reducing network latency. Some of these settings are also mentioned in our general tweaking articles, however, the emphasis here is on latency rather than throughput, and we have complemented the tweaks with more gaming-specific recommendations... »

How to set a Wireless Router as an Access Point
by Philip (236 comments)

ipconfigI've often found it useful to get just the wireless functionality out of a WiFi router and reuse it as an access point. Wireless routers seem more common, and are often priced even lower than wireless access points. Adding an access point to a wired network already in place, or to one where the main NAT router is provided by the ISP is usually the easiest solution. However, introducing a second NAT router on the network is not a good idea, especially without some tweaking to set it up... »

Windows Vista tcpip.sys connection limit patch for Event ID 4226
by Philip (19 comments)

Microsoft enforces a limit on half-open TCP/IP connections that is hard-coded in tcpip.sys. The maximum simultaneous half-open (incomplete) outbound TCP connection attempts per second that the system can make is intended to limit the spread of malicious viruses and worms, as well as limit the possibility of launching a DDoS attack. However, it has proven to also limit some applications using many TCP connections, such as P2P and P2PTV programs.When the OS reaches the half-open connection limit,... »

Network Adapter Optimization
by Philip (12 comments)

The information in this article is intended to improve understanding of all common and advanced network adapter settings under current Windows versions. We will also offer some general suggestions on setting up your LAN for the best possible network performance. Keep in mind that many of these settings can significantly affect performance and reliability in a good or bad way. Consider testing performance using some type of network analyzer or even a simple throughput test before and after... »

How to Stop Denial of Service (DoS) Attacks
by Philip

DDoSDenial of Service (DoS) attacks are very common on the Internet these days, and they can make your online experience miserable. In some cases of Distributed Denial of Service Attacks (DDoS), they can bring down websites, or cripple entire networks in a matter of minutes, preventing connectivity for many customers. There are different types of DoS attacks, and we've tried to explain the most common types and ways to mitigate their effects to you or your network.Types of Denial of Service (DoS)... »


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