My smart devices were putting everything at risk. This easy setup protected my home network.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Alex Vakulov is a cybersecurity expert focused on consumer security. The rise of Internet of Things gadgets has transformed our ...

When I first started building my smart home network, I felt like a networking rockstar. I was trying out every new feature, shortcut, and pro-tip I found online. After all, we all want a fast, secure, ...

Have you ever wondered if your home network could do more—without guzzling electricity or breaking the bank? Imagine a setup where your devices hum along efficiently, your network is secure and ...

Smart homes leverage technology to provide residents with increased convenience, savings, comfort, and security. With automated environments, household routines are streamlined. What once seemed like ...

What if you could transform a corner of your home into a high-tech hub for experimentation, learning, and innovation? Imagine a compact setup where you can manage your own network, experiment with ...

Don't entrust your photos to large cloud storage services. Use a NAS as a private cloud to keep your photos safe, secure, and ...

Trisha Jandoc was an associate writer at CNET covering broadband and everything related to home internet. She graduated from St. John's University with a bachelor's degree in journalism and a focus on ...

Modern smart devices, like the Google Home Hub, offer a wide range of helpful features, but it's worth knowing whether these ...