EMI, crosstalk and network interference
EMI (or electromagnetic interference) can cause a variety of problems with electronic equipment or communications systems. Find out how to prevent this in your...
Wiring for larger appliances
While smaller appliances can be casually plugged in where they fit and moved around, larger 'roughed in' appliances like ovens will often need to...
Cable types
Find out about the different sorts of cable that are used to install electrics throughout your home, and why they're used.
Is cabling important?
In short,...
Conduits and cable trays
Running electrical cables everywhere can become very messy and create maintenance nightmares. Conduits, cable trays and other cable management systems make a big difference.
Conduits...
Types of home networks
Connecting devices to the Internet in your home can be done either using wires, or using wireless technologies. Find out more about the advantages...
Wireless internet laws
Wireless Internet is very popular, but there are rules relating to how it can be used - and connecting to your neighbour's access points...
Wired home networks
Linking the Internet-connected devices in your smart home via wires has several advantages, the most notable of which include security and reliability. Wired networks...
Internet speeds for streaming media
Factors like bandwidth and latency will have an impact on how fast your Internet is, which in turn may impact how well you can...
How to improve WiFi range
Find out how to set your home up to get the best range and signal from your WiFi access point. Learn more about what...
Smart home: Retrofit vs. new build
There are some significant differences in smart home design, depending on whether you're building from scratch or making an existing home 'smarter'. Find out...