#installing tp-link

[tplinkrepeatersetup]

Guide to TP-Link C60 Archer Router Installation! The TP-Link C60 Archer Router Installation involves connecting the router to your modem and a power outlet. Then, connect your computer to the router via Ethernet or the default Wi-Fi network. Open a web browser and enter tplinkwifi.net. Follow the quick setup wizard to configure your internet connection and wireless settings. For a comprehensive installation guide, visit our website.

[katetcake]

pc now has bluetooth ♡ :)

[protagonistprime]

Hello The Legend of Zelda Fandom. Here's a little idea i'd like to run by you and get your opinion on.

So recently i've been struck by an idea for a new Zelda game:

So here are a couple of ideas on how the game could work(sorry for any spelling mistakes):

Title: LEGO The Legend of Zelda The Video Game

1.Inspired by: The lord of the rings, The Hobbit, Lego marvel superheroes 2, dc super villains, Hyrule Warriors, Echoes of Wisdom

2.Story: Typical TLOZ story. Bad guy(idk who) kidnaps princess, Hero must save her but is too weak. So he goes to dungeons to collect items that make him strong. Hero fights avatar of evil couple of times. Then hero travels to bad gus domain to fight him. Hero fights bad guy. Bad guy is defeated. Princess is saved.(5-7 levels)

However after bad guy is defeated some strange things start to appear. Time-Space rifts appear across the land.

3.Mechanics/Abilities: -Equipment mechanic is based on the one from Lord of the rings, however there is a possibility of collecting materials. -Music abilities - there are places in levels and on map where characters with music items/skills can access them, for example: OOT link can use ocarina, WW Link can use windwaker, Malon can sing, TP Link in his wolf form can whistle, TP Hero's Shade in his wolf form can whistle, etc. Or i could change this so only a small number of characters can access them -Sheikah slate panels - characters with sheikah slate can access them, for example BOTW/TOTK Link and Zelda, Purah, etc. -"Detective mode" - characters with animal abilities can find foot prints and other similiar things(just like wolverine in Lego MSH), for example TP link in his wold form. -Masks - just like in majora's mask, some characters can use them to have different effect on enemies/npc's. -Time abilities - some characters, mainly Hero of Time, can sent objects through time to unlock other areas or on special pedestals or through songs can travel through time (just like in Lego Dimensions) to the same area but in the past or future.

-Stealth abilities - OOT Zelda(just like Peter Parker in Lego MSH) can change to Sheik, in other words she can access stealth mode. Some masks allow to do the same.

4.Map: During the first levels the map of Hyrule is semi-open, some parts are story locked. After time-space rifts appear there are sky islands from Skyward sword and Tears of the kingdom. In water part of the map there are islands from windwaker. There is a majora's moon in the sky and other famous locations from previous instalments.

5.Characters: -Link - New original design, every link from previous games -Zelda - New original design, every zelda from previous games -Main evil Bad guy of the game -Ganondorf - every version from previous games -Vati -Shadow link -Zora -Rito -Gorons -Sheikah -Sheik -Kokiri -Koroks -ETC

6.Transport: -Horse - epona, or any other horse -Ship - Windwaker, Phantom hourglass - ships from those games -Train - Spirit Tracks - only in some areas -Loftwings - Skyward Sword -Glider - Breath of the Wild, Tears of the Kingdom - It's possible to change the design in character creator, inspired by Lego Batman glider animation.

7.miscellaneous: -Red bricks are replaced by Treasure chests, sound is also replaced with classical Zelda chest opening sound -There is an option just like in Lego Star Wars The Skywalker Saga to turn on/of mumble mode, however this does not affect Link type characters, in other worlds all Hero's of courage will speak in traditional mumble voice even when option is turned off. -Studs have been replaced by ruppes, however the shape remains the same. -Collecting all on the level Minikits grants a new character(just like in Lego SW3) or creates a miniature version of a scene/land(just like in Lego LOTR). -Charcter creator is based on the ones from Lego Marvel superheroes 2 or Lego DC's super villians. -There are map easter eggs - You can find Skeleton in armor near the tree(nod to TP hero's shade and hero of time),master sword as well as Four sword, white-green-red lego studs that represent minish, etc. -The story of the game could hypothetically explain how timelines merged -etc.

These are my ideas for Lego The Legend of Zelda video game as of 21.07.2024. If you have more, let me know.

[thatwriterwiththeblock]

Good organizations to support right now to prepare for a Trump presidency with links:

ACLU:

Over the past year, the ACLU has fought against a resurgent wave of extremism in all 50 states. Now more than ever, we need you by our side.

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Making a gift to the ACLU via a wire transfer allows you to have an immediate impact on the fight for civil liberties.

Trevor Project:

TP works to make sure that LGBTQ+ young people who need support know they are not alone. Your support will help us provide them with the affirmation and love they deserve. Your gift also helps Trevor to:

Advocate against anti-LGBTQ+ laws and work with policymakers to pass legislation to protect LGBTQ+ youth

Connect LGBTQ+ peers through TrevorSpace, our safe space social networking site

Conduct original research to capture the unique experiences of LGBTQ+ young people

Planned Parenthood:

Planned Parenthood is made up of many separate entities that are tied by a central mission:

Help people live full, healthy lives — no matter your income, insurance, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, or immigration status;

Provide the high-quality inclusive and comprehensive sexual and reproductive health care services all people need and deserve — with respect and compassion;

Advocate for public policies that protect and expand reproductive rights and access to a full range of sexual and reproductive health care services, including abortion;

Provide medically accurate education that advances the understanding of human sexuality, healthy relationships, and body autonomy;

Promote research and technology that enhances reproductive health care and access.

Satanic Temple:

The TST have publicly confronted hate groups, fought for the abolition of corporal punishment in public schools, applied for equal representation when religious installations are placed on public property, provided religious exemption and legal protection against laws that unscientifically restrict people's reproductive autonomy, exposed harmful pseudo-scientific practitioners in mental health care, organized clubs alongside other religious after-school clubs in schools besieged by proselytizing organizations, and engaged in other advocacy in accordance with our tenets.

Challenges government theocrats and unconstitutional laws/bills

Provides free abortion healthcare services

Works to protect reproductive rights

Establishing educational after-school programs with certified teachers

Provides services and resources for mental health and addiction recovery

And these certainly aren’t the only ones! Feel free to tag/include local, national and international organizations and charities. Every dollar helps people in need no matter how hopeless it seems right now.

[st0rmyskies]

In your recent Team Bonding installment, you kept mentioning now tall Shade is. Is it because of how he died? Does he chose to be that tall? Or is that influenced by Twilight, who sees him as larger than life?

Oh there's like LAYERS to this one.

First, there's his actual stature. When I recently replayed TP (your fault, by the way) I was struck by the height difference between the Shade and Twilight Link, who is NOT insinuated to be short. And in comparison to the other heroes, like he kept thinking about Wild, Twilight is the the taller/larger/broader body type.

Like, helm aside? That Stalfos ain't wearing heels. How they expected him to pass for a Kokiri after his growth spurt is way beyond me.

Second, you are absolutely right, Twilight sees the Shade as larger than life. As a real hero. His hero. He's statuesque, he's a monument, he's everything Twilight will forever look up to and strive to emulate.

But third: the Shade is the only person who has ever made Twilight feel like he can be small and vulnerable. He's spent so much of his life working hard and proving himself and needing to live up to destiny, that it's nice to feel cared-for and held and cherished by that one person. Especially when Twi is so ill and injured he's on the verge of death.

[strobbylemonade]

Custom Disc Installation Guide for Hermitcraft Season 9

I've seen a lot of people struggle with specifically the custom discs, so I made a guide on how to install the mods! It was originally posted as a twitter thread, along with a guide on how to get the world download.

How to install the Custom Discs mod for Decked Out / Hermitcraft 9 world download. Note: I'm assuming you already have the world installed. If you don't know how to do that, you can follow my previous guide here.

1) Follow this link https://oracle.com/java/technologies/downloads/#jdk17-windows…

2) Scroll down and download the "x64 Installer" (or whatever is more convenient for you).

3) Open your Downloads folder and double click - you may need to right click and "Run as Administrator" if it's not working. Then, click Yes and install the program.

4) The installation software should then open. Just follow the instructions and press Next, Next, and then Close.

5) Open up the Hermitcraft world download. You may have seen the "To play Decked Out as the hermits experienced it..." message in chat. Click on "[Click here]".

6) Press the first link ("Hermitcraft runs on Fabric [link]")

7) Press the download button, then Download for Windows

8) Double click the fabric-installer to open.

9) MAKE SURE THE VERSION IS 1.20! Leave everything else as their defaults. Make sure "Create Profile" is checked. Then, press "Install". - If you can't install, open your normal Minecraft launcher and run 1.20, then close Minecraft.

10) Go back to the Hermitcraft world and download the other three mods. Make sure you download all three of them!

11) Open your Minecraft Launcher and go to Installations. You should see "fabric-loader-1.20". Hover over it and press the folder icon on the right hand side

12) Open the "mods" folder. If you don't have one, create a new folder and name it "mods" (no capitals or punctuation)

13) Drag and drop the three mods you just downloaded into the "mods" folder.

14) Close Minecraft, and then press "Play" on the Fabric installation

Open Singleplayer, and then your hermitcraft world, and everything should be in working order! To get to Decked Out, you can either visit by the Nether Hub (DO is East/Red 2), or teleport by: /tp -523 103 2171

If you have any issues, feel free to reblog / comment with your problem (with a screenshot of your issue if you have one) and I'll be happy to help.

Good luck, and happy running!

[wigilham]

How do I copy Telegram Signals to MT4?

To copy Telegram signals to MT4, you need a Telegram Signal Copier, which automates trade execution from Telegram messages to your MT4 account.

First, Install the TSC software on your PC or VPS, then connect your Telegram account using an API key or login credentials. Link your MT4 account by entering your broker details.

Next, configure your trade settings, including lot size, risk management, and trade filters. Enable auto-trading to ensure orders are executed instantly. Monitor trade execution logs and adjust settings as needed to optimize performance.

For the best results, use a low-latency VPS to minimize delays. A good copier should support multiple signal formats like "BUY EUR/USD @ 1.0850 SL 1.0800 TP 1.0900" and include features like image recognition and multi-Take Profit levels.

If you're looking for a reliable copier, Telegram Signal Copier (TSC) is a great choice, offering advanced features such as image signal detection, risk-based position sizing, and instant trade execution. 

Let me know if you’d like recommendations for the best Telegram Signal Copiers!

[uinferno]

Not usually a shipper. There are dynamics i think are interesting sometimes but I don't hinge my consumption of media on who looks the best kissing. That said the nature of Link and Zelda as a pairing does have some interesting pieces to it.

While I'm sometimes all for Zelink in some games, I'm very much not for others. Skyward Sword and BotW/TotK are both easy Zelinks for me, but something like Ocarina of Time or Twilight Princess, don't super vibe.

Which I think improves Zelink when it does happen. These two people, quite often strangers, are bound by fate to take reat part in the cyclical battle between good and evil. However, that's all that matters in the grand scheme of things. Fate doesn't care about them as people. They only matter for the role they play, so it couldn't give three shits if they're true lovers, or hell, even particularly friends. I haven't read the TP manga, but in the game, they come off more as like people who hang out purely because they have a mutual friend.

They're soulmates in the same way that two sailors are crewmates. They're here for a job, and what they do on their own time doesn't matter to the captain. So, while romantic soulmates as a narrative are compelling for some people, the fact that they aren't a foregone epilogue for every installment makes the times that they more or less are impactful because that's something they genuinely want.

I don't play Zelda for the romance. Hell, I'd argue that there really isn't any to begin with. That's actually a good thing, I think, because this open ended nature of relationships with our protagonists provides enough of a seed for people to develop their own interpretations (like mine right now), while those who put the leave it in take it or leave it far less to actually leave.

[oshidorifuufu]

my fav pokemon game is probably pokemon white! or scarlet tbh its so good

ive played some of persona 3, persona 5 (havent finished), and im watching my sister play persona 4 and watched the anime for it

ive played splatoon a good bit, ever siince 2018 or 2019 i say?

tomadachi life i started recently though! like a couple of months ago recently

-🎀🖌️anon

ooh so cool i havent played white or black but i really want to, its just that getting a copy of it is so expensive nowadays. i bought pokemon violet on release date as well, but the performance of the game is so horrendous i just cant push myself through it..loading screens take almost a minute at times, ive had the game just crash on me before, the graphics are horrible…im sure the games story is great because i keep hearing about it but the game itself i just cant bare to play

personally my absolute favourite will always be pokemon sun and moon. they’re extremely dear to my heart because i have fond memories of playing pokemon sun with a childhood friend. the music makes me cry lol. i wonder if i should try to get in contact with that friend. hes in college now, or might of graduated by now. idk.

coooll ive only played some of p4 golden and im about halfway through p5 royal right now, and i absolutely adore it. ive known about p5 and the series for years but i thought id never get to play it, so i was overjoyed when it got announced it was coming to switch

omg same time, i started playing splatoon on my birthday in 2018, since thats when i got a switch alongside splatoon 2 hehe. i think that was the same year i played breath of the wild, and that changed my life and started a special interest for the next 7 years or however long this will continue for lol (botw was also lowkey my trans awakening, all in all botw is an incredibly important game to me)

i hope you��re enjoying tomodachi life so far ^^ my first ever game console was actually a europe specific white and pink 2ds that came with tomodachi life pre installed. that mustve been like 8 and a half years ago or something, and i absolutely adored it and adored tomodachi life. unfortunately it got broken somehow and i only got a new black and red 3ds like 3years after that, so maybe 4 years ago by now..or something?

i still adore tomodachi life and again, the music is so nostalgic it gives me such (autistic) joy everytime i hear it lolol, right now my top islander is link from twilight princess (any surprise there?) and the game says ive spent over 12,500 in game pounds on him 😭 not enough 4 me i have to give him more and more to my other links too.

im trying to give tp link all the foods in the game rn, right now his top favorite food is watermelons for some reason lolol

sorry for such a long ramble

[clockwise-works]

🔥, ❓: how did legend of Zelda and/or rather the community changed ur life

🔥 What’s your favorite part of Zelda games? (Adventuring, Characters, Dungeons, Combat, etc.)

hmmm, this is a little tricky to answer. Since I've only made it through the Wild Trilogy (And AoC is already a very different game style from the others) I'm well aware that BotW and TotK are very different from the other games in the series in a gameplay sense. However, the one thing I think all the Zelda games share between each other, at least for the 3D installments, are the world building and emotion, which is what made it stand out to me compared to other really fun Nintendo developed games. Like, Mario is really fun and genius in how its designed for the most part. But Zelda? It's got that, sure, but it's also got the heart. You have OoT Link's story where yes, he does save the day, but no one can remember him, leading to him losing every person he cares for. He can't really return home because he's not a Kokori. He loses Navi, a close companion. All the connections he made, were sacrificed for the greater good. And this all leads to him becoming the Hero's Shade, a genuinely sad story where this once hero is now a forgotten soul, yet there is some heart there too. He's given the chance to train his successor, TP Link, to pass down his techniques to ensure Hyrule continues to thrive. TP itself has the whole growing bond between Midna and Link, and so when the two must seal off their worlds from one another, it's no doubt saddening. BotW, the one I'm most familiar with, has this in spades as well. The world is nearly a wasteland, with destroyed villages lost to time. Most of Link and Zelda's friends, their loved ones, are killed. And yet, hope shines through in the end, there is still a beauty to be found in this world.

And I think that's what I look for in a Zelda game. I know the gameplay will be fun, even if it varies from title to title, I know most of the stories will be engaging and well written (...TotK), I know the music and the characters will be great, I know all of that. But I expect that from most games now. Nintendo, for the most part (...TotK) know how to make games. But what makes Zelda unique compared to Mario, to Kirby, to Donkey Kong, is the emotion and heart.

❓how did legend of Zelda and/or rather the community changed your life?

Now THIS is a really interesting question! There's... actually a good amount to say, too, so I'll try to go through them one by one.

This is gonna be a weird one to explain, but Zelda... made me care for romance and love in media. Funny, I know, but hear me out. I guess this is a result of growing up in the late 2000's/early 2010's, where pretty much every action, comedy, superhero movie, etc, has a forced and contrived romance storyline, but I never cared for love in my youth. I was a kid, and I wanted to watch action and comedy, so when watching that and seeing these bland love stories where the lead guy and girl end up together because reasons, it made me just not want to see it at all. And this caried with me for many years, up until roughly 2022.

In 2022, I graduated from High School, and with this being in the middle of Covid, where 2 and a half years of my high school years were spent in online classes, disconnected from the rest of my peers, ... wasn't doing the best, mentally. So, I started playing games that I knew for years I would love but didn't have the time or proper headspace to truly appreciate it. I started with GoW 2018, and my god was that game amazing! The gameplay was excellent, the story was masterfully written, and oh my god the beauty of that game. No "pause the gameplay" load screens, no cuts in shots, just one long take for the ENTIRE journey. The game was amazing... but really got me was the story between Kratos and Faye. It, just like the story, was beautifully written, and was the first time I ever truly cared for a love story. I loved the way Kratos and Atreus were broken by her death, how they proccessed their respective traumas, and learned to understand one another and grew closer. I loved how the whole story was essentially a trip to spread her ashes at the tip of all the realms, how far Kratos would go to do good by his wife. I... liked a love story? Weird. (I swear this is important)

I think this is why Miphlink had such an impact on me. Right after GoW, I jumped straight into BotW, and I so much fun! The world was so well designed, I had an insane amount of fun and entertainment just running around in the world, seeing what I could do. During the summer after each day of work, I'd grab my switch, and just have fun for a few hours. This continued for about a week, maybe two, but while the game was fun, it hadn't exactly hooked me. I loved running around, exploring, fighting, puzzles, all that! ...But, I had little incentive to do the story quests. In my mind, that was kinda like going to the Nether and the End in Minecraft. It signaled the end of the game, and I didn't want that. But after two-ish weeks, I eventually decided to make my way to Kakariko, in which I was then directed to go to one of the main four Divine Beasts.

I saw that there was one relatively close to Kakariko, so I was off! It took some time, and after getting frustrated during the Zora River pathway to the Domain by all the enemies and putting the game down for two days, I finally made it to Zora's Domain! And... hey, wait a moment. This guy... knows me. Whoa... so does this guy. And he... blames me? For all of this? Weird. I run around, talk to some people, see a cool statue, and then make my way to the throne room. And then it happens.

I'm told all about Mipha, how the Zora are long lived and how Link had an impact on the Domain 100 years prior, I go through it all. And then the memory plays, my very first memory in fact. And it all clicks. The framing of the memory, the music, her voice acting, knowing that she had loved Link, enough to make an armor, and now was most likely dead, leaving her people to mourn her, broke me. In that moment, the game changed. It had hooked me. It was no longer just a fun sandbox to run in, it became a world I cared for, one I wanted to see safe, to see better. BotW doesn't exactly have a gripping narrative or anything, but the worldbuilding and tone were brilliant. The whole Domain arc was the peak for me, and Mipha's death, her impact on the whole Domain, how Link had specific dialogue options showing he mourned her too now, how they allude that he cared for her a good amount, hit me like a truck. That was now twice, back-to-back, where I played a game following a man with a dead wife/potential fiancé, learning to see the beauty in the world. I grew to love, well, love in stories. I wanted to see the Champions, to see Mipha, her family, all of them, happy. And part of her happiness... was Link. She loved him, and I believed Link loved, loves her too. So, I wanted that, I found myself WANTING stories of the two together. I wanted art showing them before the Calamity, when they were at their most happy and comfortable. And then, I found myself in the community.

I had never been part of a "community" before. Never. Honestly, I was afraid to be one. I've seen how toxic communities can be, the discourse, the debates, the hot takes, all that. I grew up a Sonic fan, we didn't exactly have the best reputation. So... I was afraid to "join the Miphlink" community, in a sense. I wouldn't say I'm all that involved in the Zelda Community, to be honest. I haven't played many of the games, and I only really engage with the Miphlink shipping side. It's a subsection, I guess. But shadow following-then-joining the Miphlink community was probably one of the best things to happen to me. I don't think it couldn't have been a better community, truth be told.

In my time here, I have begun to share my own art and writing, for the first time at the good ol' age of 19. I'v been drawing for years, but never had the confidence to put it online. And then, after joining the Miphlink discord server and essentially getting a "oh my god so many of the writers and artists I love are here" high, I drew my first ever piece of Zelda Fanart.

And it was... not good 💀. I plan to redraw it as a one-year blog post, but regardless. This was a post I was in the moment happy with, but quickly grew disappointed. And then, people liked it. They left nice things in the reblogs, I shared it in the server and all those people I respected immensely, artists who are leagues better than me in every way, writers who painted beautiful scenes with just their words, left some of the nicest compliments about it. And that gave me a newfound confidence. I started drawing a lot more after a near two-year break, to the point I can see a real improvement over the course of these last few months. I've made incredible connections with so many of these insanely talented and nice people in the community, who all have had a genuinely positive impact on my life. I know no fandom is perfect, I know there are people in the Miphlink community who "give it a bad name", but all the people I've engaged with, who have engaged with my stuff in return and have helped with art/writing tips, good conversations, ideas and jokes, have made this one hell of a year.

I guess this was a little all over the place. But mainly, playing BotW had led me to better understand love and emotion in storytelling and how to appreciate it, and joining the Miphlink community has given me the courage to share my works online and gave me the opportunity to improve my craft. Ya'll are incredible, I don't think I say it enough.

[security-tips]

Working code...readme's...pdf part list etc

Keep in mind this is about using a pc as a DVR/NVR...it's not designed for a NVR you buy off the shelf. This requires you to have a pc with MX Linux 23 installed, various code libraries, agentdvr, codeproject ai etc.

This requires you to have some type of a network switch connected to your security cams. In my case I have a 24-28 poe channel tp link switch with auto-recovery.

I have 10 Amcrest AI Security cams attached to that switch.

There are no guarantees that this zip file will remain here. I will try to not accidentally delete it.

[tplinkrepeatersetup]

Know The Process For TP-Link Repeater Installation

The TP-Link repeater installation can be done with the help of the default web address tplinkrepeater.net. Put down this address in the address bar and hit Enter to reach the login page. Login to the TP-Link repeater and go to the setup wizard. Connect your repeater to the router’s network to set up your TP-Link wireless repeater.

[tplnkdecomesh]

How to Set Up TP-Link Deco XE75 Pro Step-by-Step

The TP Link XE75 Pro setup is among the greatest choices available if you want to update your home Wi-Fi to one that can easily support an increasing number of devices. Here is a summary of my recent installation of the 3-pack XE75 Pro mesh system, including what to expect and how the setup went.

Unpacking and Initial things 

Each item fits in with most rooms because it is simple, sleek, and cylindrical. Power adapters and an Ethernet connection are included in the tidy packing. The setup instructions are simple, and the build quality is excellent.

Procedure for Setup

Even if you are not tech-savvy, the TP-Link Deco app (available on iOS and Android) makes the setup process very easy. The app immediately recognized the Deco through Bluetooth after the first unit was plugged in and connected to the modem. After creating a network name and password and designating it as the primary node, the rest was essentially automated.

It was even simpler to add the other two nodes. The software locates them in a matter of seconds when you plug them in. For optimal signal coverage, the system automatically optimizes the connections between the units.

Performance

Wi-Fi 6E, which adds the 6 GHz band for cleaner, quicker traffic, is supported by the Deco XE75 Pro. Significant speed increases were noticeable to me, particularly on more recent devices. Across several devices, 4K video streaming, video calls, and gaming all functioned flawlessly without any lag or buffering.

 Important things 

Additionally, it has TP-Link HomeShield for security and parental controls, as well as an integrated 2.5 Gbps connector for fast wired connections. With the software, you can even establish guest networks or prioritize traffic.

No technological expertise was needed, and setup took less than 20 minutes. If you're sick of slow Wi-Fi or dead zones, the Deco XE75 Pro is a great improvement. It is a top-tier mesh system with a user-friendly setup, future-ready capabilities, and rock-solid performance.

For further details visit our webpage.

[homeworkforlife]

12th May 2025 | Dell U2723QE

I'm very satisfied with the Dell U2723QE monitor. The image quality looks amazing, and because it has a 4K resolution fitted into a 27 inches monitor, the screen is reminiscent of Apple's retina displays, the high dots per inch (DPI) of the screen.

I was shopping at Challenger today and decided I should try out a wired network connection for my laptop. I bought a TP-Link USB-A USB 3.0 to RJ-45 adapter with a 2 metre Ethernet cable by Elecom. I always love the quality of Elecom and Daiyo products.

While walking home, I realised that I shouldn't use the TP-Link RJ45 adapter because there's a built-in one on my monitor, I'll be able to reduce the number of cables connected to my laptop this way. The monitor, and the RJ-45 only works after its driver is installed, passes the network data via the USB-C cable. At the moment, after setting this up, my single USB-C cable serves multiple purposes. It provides power to my laptop, works as a display cable, and passes network data through it. It does 3 functions with just a single USB-C cable. It's impressive how USB-C technology has come so far.

Thanks to this wired connection, I'm able to easily view 8K resolution videos, not that I need to, on my screen without any lag, or when I seek the video progress bar to a latter time, the video loads quickly to play it on screen (despite being in 8K resolution).

This is phenomenal, and I shall spend my rest of day enjoying this allowance.

[gotodirect]

Top Budget Network Switches of 2025: Your Complete Guide to Cheap Networking

PoE provides power directly to devices such as IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points through industrial Ethernet cables. It is especially common in network switches in attics or installation situations.

A basic network PoE switch with sixteen ports can cost around $70 to $200, depending on the power budget and features. Cisco PoE switches are top-of-the-line but more expensive, whereas TP-Link and NETGEAR offer budget-friendly options.

If you want to buy network switches online, look for models with PoE support if powering devices without extra power supplies is a priority.

[actcorp12]

Understanding Leased Lines and Managed WiFi: A Complete Guide

Introduction

In today’s digital-first world, businesses demand constant, high-speed, and secure internet access to ensure uninterrupted operations. Whether it’s cloud computing, VoIP, large-scale data transfers, or simple web browsing, connectivity is fundamental. Two of the most reliable technologies enabling this digital backbone are leased lines and managed WiFi systems.

This article explores the core concepts of leased lines and managed WiFi, detailing how they differ from traditional broadband, their security benefits, and how businesses can choose the best solutions for robust and scalable network infrastructure.

What is a Leased Line?

A leased line is a dedicated, fixed-bandwidth connection that directly links a business premise to the internet or another site. Unlike broadband, leased lines are not shared with other users, offering consistent performance.

Key Characteristics

Dedicated bandwidth: Not shared, ensuring predictable performance

Symmetrical speeds: Equal download and upload speeds

SLA-backed: Guaranteed uptime and fault resolution

Secure and private: Ideal for sensitive data transmissions

Leased Line Connection Explained

A leased line connection involves fibre-optic or copper cabling that directly connects a business to an ISP’s core network. This type of connection offers greater control over bandwidth, speed, and reliability.

Types of Leased Line Connections

Point-to-Point Leased Lines: Connect two locations within a private network.

Internet Leased Lines: Provide a direct internet connection.

MPLS Leased Lines: Offer routing flexibility and better traffic management for enterprise-level networking.

Benefits

Guaranteed uptime (typically 99.9%+)

Low latency

Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for speed and reliability

Enhanced security over public networks

Internet Leased Line: The Business Standard

An internet leased line is specifically designed to provide businesses with dedicated internet access. It ensures high-speed, uninterrupted internet that is essential for modern operations.

Why Choose an Internet Leased Line?

Reliable Performance: No speed drops during peak times

Symmetrical Speeds: Vital for uploading large files, video conferencing, and cloud services

Unlimited Data Usage: No throttling or data caps

Ideal for VoIP and real-time apps: Minimal jitter and packet loss

Managed WiFi: Seamless Wireless Experience

Managed WiFi is a service where a third-party provider sets up, maintains, and monitors a company’s WiFi network. This includes everything from access points and cabling to performance optimisation and security.

What Does Managed WiFi Include?

Access point installation and configuration

Centralised monitoring and management

Performance optimisation

Guest and staff network segmentation

Automatic firmware and security updates

Advantages

Reduces burden on internal IT teams

Ensures reliable, consistent wireless access

Professional network design minimises dead zones

Best Managed WiFi Solutions

Selecting the best managed WiFi solution involves evaluating several key factors:

Features to Look For

Scalability: Ability to add users and access points as needed

Centralised Management: Cloud-based dashboards for visibility and control

Real-Time Monitoring: Proactive issue resolution

Security: WPA3 encryption, VLAN segmentation, and firewalls

Customer Support: 24/7 technical assistance

Top Managed WiFi Providers in the UK

Cisco Meraki

Ubiquiti UniFi

Aruba Networks (HPE)

TP-Link Omada

BT Business Managed WiFi

Leased Line ISPs: Choosing the Right Provider

A reliable leased line ISP is critical to your network performance. Here’s how to evaluate providers:

What to Consider

On-net coverage: ISPs with infrastructure near your premises offer faster installs

SLA terms: Look for guaranteed response and fix times

Redundancy options: Backup lines and failover mechanisms

Customer support: UK-based, 24/7 availability

Price vs. value: Transparent pricing and service levels

Leading ISPs in the UK

BTnet

Virgin Media Business

TalkTalk Business

Colt Technology Services

Glide

Leased Line vs Broadband

A leased line vs Broadband is a dedicated, symmetrical internet connection ideal for businesses needing guaranteed speed and uptime, a cost-effective option suited for general use.

Benefits of Leased Line:

Dedicated 1:1 connection (no sharing)

Symmetrical upload/download speeds

Guaranteed uptime with SLA

Low latency, ideal for VoIP & cloud apps

Scalable bandwidth

Benefits of Broadband:

Lower cost

Quick to install

Suitable for small offices or home use

Sufficient for basic tasks like email, browsing, and streaming

Managed WiFi Security: Protecting Your Network

Managed WiFi Security safeguards networks with encryption, firewalls, and real-time monitoring, ensuring safe, compliant, and uninterrupted connectivity.

Core Security Features

Encrypted connections (WPA2/WPA3)

Network segmentation (Guest vs. Employee)

Firewall integration

Intrusion detection systems (IDS)

Automatic software and firmware updates

Data Privacy & Compliance

GDPR-compliant logging and monitoring

Role-based access control

Secure remote access for administrators

Managed WiFi Providers: What to Look For

Choosing a managed WiFi provider can significantly affect your network’s performance and security.

Key Attributes

Experience in your industry (e.g., hospitality, healthcare, retail)

Customisable packages

SLA-backed service

Proactive maintenance

Real-time analytics and reporting

Questions to Ask

Do you support multiple locations?

How do you handle firmware updates?

Can you integrate with existing security systems?

What are your response times for outages?

Managed WiFi Systems: Architecture & Components

Understanding the structure of a managed WiFi system helps in deploying a more effective solution.

Essential Components

Access Points (APs): Distribute the wireless signal

Controllers: Manage AP configurations and policies

Network Switches: Provide backbone connectivity

Cloud Dashboard: Centralised control and monitoring

Security Gateway: Firewall and intrusion prevention

Deployment Models

On-Premises: Hosted within your business environment

Cloud-Managed: Hosted and maintained by provider

Hybrid: Combination of both

Integration: Leased Line + Managed WiFi

Combining a leased line with managed WiFi creates a high-performance, scalable network.

Benefits of Integration

End-to-end control over connectivity

Consistent high speeds throughout the premises

Streamlined support from a single vendor

Optimised performance for VoIP, video conferencing, and cloud services

Conclusion

For businesses aiming to future-proof their operations, combining leased line connections with managed WiFi systems offers a powerful, scalable, and secure solution. With dedicated bandwidth, guaranteed uptime, and professionally managed wireless infrastructure, organisations can focus on growth without worrying about connectivity issues.

Whether you’re a growing SME or a large enterprise, investing in the right connectivity and wireless strategy is crucial for staying competitive in the digital age. The right provider, the right service level, and the right infrastructure make all the difference.