Residential

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7 cybersecurity tips for working from home

In recent years, working from home has exploded in popularity. In fact, according to Pew Research, 59% of employees believe their job can be done from the comfort of home “all or most of the...

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What is a wireless mesh network?

A wireless mesh network is a Wi-Fi system where multiple pieces of equipment work together to provide coverage throughout your entire home or business. Instead of relying on a single router, a mesh network uses...

Why fiber is the gold standard

Why fiber is the gold standard for residential properties

Get the most out of your residential fiber investment with Quantum Fiber’s premium internet solutions. Team up with the Quantum Fiber experts to create a tailored solution for your properties and communities. Quantum Fiber(SM) Connected...

A repairman fixes a piece of consumer technology.

Consumer technology and the right to repair

Right now, it’s usually easier (and often less expensive) to replace an electronic device than to repair it. Even issues that seem simple, like switching out a faulty battery, can be impossible to do. It...

A woman checks her email on her laptop as she drinks coffee on the couch.

How Wi-Fi works: Hardware, frequencies, and wireless standards

The term “Wi-Fi” has become interchangeable with “the internet.” Thanks to incredible advancements in technology (like Wi-Fi 6), it’s hard to remember when we had to use a physical cable to connect online. Most of...

A group of friends plays a video game on their phones at a party.

How to secure your Wi-Fi (and why you should)

It may feel inconvenient to have to get a password every time you want to use the Wi-Fi at your friend’s house or at a coffee shop. But Wi-Fi passwords are magical things. They help...

Young man works on his laptop at the kitchen island using Wi-Fi.

Wi-Fi 6: More bandwidth, faster speeds, and improved security

New versions of the iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, or PlayStation may grab all the press, but behind the scenes, Wi-Fi technology continues to evolve, keeping pace with updated hardware. Wi-Fi 6 is the latest upgrade designed...

A father and daughter play a video game in their living room.

What is symmetrical internet?

It’s probably been a hot minute since you thought about the word “symmetrical.” When was the last time you even said it? Back in geometry class? But now that your protractor and compass are fuzzy...

Couple watches a dating show on their favorite streaming service on the couch in the evening.

The best online streaming service for you

When it comes to streaming, you probably already know about the big ones: Netflix, HBO Max, Disney +, AppleTV+, Amazon Prime Video, and Hulu. More and more streaming services are emerging all the time, too....

Man uses a VR headset for social interaction.

Is social virtual reality the next big thing?

Social media has changed how we connect with one another. Virtual reality takes that connection to a new level, creating a fully immersive experience. Strap on a VR headset, choose your game, and enter another dimension....