Practical write-ups on networking, security, smart-home automation and software — written from the loft and the comms cupboard, with a slant on what works for homes and small businesses across Marlow, Maidenhead and the Thames Valley.
Most small business websites are doing about a third of the job they should be. Here's what actually matters, from someone who builds them for businesses across Berkshire and Buckinghamshire.
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Most home routers can barely reach the back door. Here is how to get fast, reliable Wi-Fi across your entire garden — without a cable trailing out of the window.
Read moreMost smart homes end up a tangled mess of mismatched apps and flaky gadgets. Here's how I help homeowners across Berkshire and Buckinghamshire build automation that's reliable and actually gets used.
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You just signed the contract. You’ve upgraded to "Gigabit" fibre. The marketing promised lightning-fast downloads, seamless Zoom calls, and enough bandwidth to run a small country from your spare bedroom in Marlow.
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Tired of being "subscriptioned" to death? Discover why paying a monthly fee for your security cameras is a waste of money, a risk to your privacy, and a drag on your Wi-Fi. We break down the math and the tech behind why local storage is the only smart move for your home or business in 2026.
Read moreThree reasons most home Wi-Fi underdelivers — and why a £20 mesh kit won't fix it for a Berkshire or Bucks family home.
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