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Pump up your powerline: How to get the best performance from a HomePlug network

HomePlug powerline networks can sometimes reach places your Wi-Fi gear can’t. We’ll show you how to optimize your network’s performance and troubleshoot any problems you might encounter.

By Denny Arar 7 years ago

Free tax filing: How to e-file your 2015 tax returns for free

The IRS wants you to file your taxes online, and it's offering some nice freebies to lure you in—everything from free forms to free preparation software. Find the best deals and avoid the caveats with these tips.

By Denny Arar 7 years ago

ZyXel AV2000 HomePlug AV2 (model PLA5456) powerline adapter review: Speedy hardware; dodgy marketing

Calling it a HomePlug product doesn’t make it a HomePlug product.

By Denny Arar 7 years ago

The essential guide to powerline ethernet adapters (including 7 hands-on reviews)

Powerline Ethernet adapters that use your home's electrical wiring are great supplements to Wi-Fi networks. We sort through the standards, HomePlug and G.hn, and review 7 new models.

By Denny Arar 7 years ago

HomePlug AV2 MIMO stretches the definition of ‘standard’ to the breaking point

The latest version of the powerline networking standard is fast only if all the adapters you deploy are based on the same chipset.

By Denny Arar 7 years ago

D-Link DHP-701AV review: This HomePlug AV2 MIMO has lost the speed crown

This powerline adapter isn't as expensive as it once was. It's also no longer the fastest.

By Denny Arar 7 years ago

HP Envy x360 review: This 360-degree laptop is about versatility, not power

This latest flippable Yoga clone delivers solid performance for the price, but it's too heavy for hardcore travelers.

By Denny Arar 8 years ago

One-trick laptop: Lenovo’s Flex 2 is a bargain that bends backward

The Lenovo Flex 2’s touchscreen with a 300-degree hinge is a nice feature for the price. While it delivers decent benchmark results, however, its keyboard, display, and battery life disappoint.

By Denny Arar 8 years ago

Lenovo C260 review: This inexpensive all-in-one PC performs more like a tablet

You get what you pay for. Lenovo cut a lot of corners to produce a desktop PC for less than $500.

By Denny Arar 8 years ago

Asana review: a full-featured task manager for iOS devices

The new mobile app for Asana's popular task management service lets iPhone and iPad users run their collaborative undertakings on the go.rn

By Denny Arar 8 years ago

Asana brings its teamwork features to iPhones and iPads

Asana's new iOS app promises most of the functions in its browser-based service, plus extras to make things easy for people on the go.

By Denny Arar 8 years ago

Acer Aspire AU5-620-U12 All-in-One PC review: Pretty, but ultimately underwhelming

Acer changed the look of its all-in-one line, but this machine's performance leaves much to be desired.

By Denny Arar 8 years ago

Procorem organizes your work and play

Procorem's combination of project management and collaboration tools can help busy people track everything from work projects to family outings on PCs and mobile devices.

By Denny Arar 8 years ago

Thrive Solo: business management for freelancers

Thrive Solo's slickly designed tools for busy freelancers help with everything from project management and time tracking to business analytics and invoicing.

By Denny Arar 8 years ago

Deductr tracks expenses, activity with a strong tax focus

New web service helps self-employed people prepare for April 15

By Denny Arar 9 years ago

Haiku Deck: a painless PowerPoint alternative that’s fun to use

Even novices can create slick presentations in minutes with this free, browser-based service.

By Denny Arar 9 years ago

Word’s secret design sizzle: Learn the built-in tools for better-looking documents

Word offers a trove of templates, color schemes and other handy tools to make your documents look surprisingly professional.

By Denny Arar 9 years ago

Need Wi-Fi access? Just reach out and touch your router

The Wi-Fi Alliance adds near-field communication to WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), so that NFC-enabled devices can gain network access by simply tapping an access point.

By Denny Arar 9 years ago

Tax guide 2014: The best online services for tackling your 1040

More than a dozen tax prep services promise to minimize hassles and maximize refunds. Here are our picks for every type of filer.

By Denny Arar 9 years ago

ReVu.Me collects team input on the fly

A new free cloud offering empowers group members to annotate all sorts of documents while chatting or teleconferencing, with no software or registration required.

By Denny Arar 9 years ago