It's a cool rainy day and driving along smoothly is John Doe and he's in the mood for coffee. He decides to stop in at a nearby coffee shop. While there, he pulls out his laptop and gets on the Wi-Fi network. While sipping on that Latte Macchiato, John logs in and catches up with life on … Read More
Where is the best location to install my Wireless Router?
Wireless routers should be set in such a location that they maximize availability, signal strength, and speeds. But how do you know where to set a router to best suit your needs? While there is no clear-cut answer, I'm here to help you in determining the best location for your device. Where to … Read More
5 Reasons Why Your Business Needs an Awesome WiFi Network
A solid Wi-Fi network is a must have for most businesses today. From free Wi-Fi access as a customer incentive in a small coffee shop to the heart of connecting a large warehouse that relies on Wi-Fi connected mobile devices to run operations, some businesses simply can't function without an awesome … Read More
Why do I care about IoT?
Welcome to SandStorm IT's 6-part series about the Internet of Things. In this series, we'll shed some light on the basics of IoT. Part 1 - What is the Internet of Things (IoT)? Part 2 - Why do I care about IoT? (You are here) Part 3 - What are some real-world applications of IoT? Part 4 - What … Read More
What should I look for when purchasing a printer?
Deciding on which printer to purchase for your organization is no easy task. It's easy to get overwhelmed given the complicated technical specs and hundreds of models available. However, with a little research and groundwork, you can save yourself a lot of time and frustration in the shopping phase … Read More
What devices do I have that connect to IoT?
Welcome to SandStorm IT's 6-part series about the Internet of Things. In this series, we'll shed some light on the basics of IoT. Part 1 - What is the Internet of Things (IoT)? Part 2 - Why do I care about IoT? Part 3 - What are some real-world applications of IoT? Part 4 - What are the security … Read More
5 Things You Can Do To Make Your Wi-Fi More Secure
2021Why is Wi-Fi security so important? Wi-Fi is a point of entry that attackers can use to gain access to your network without ever being physically inside your building. In this post, we'll be going over a few things you can do to lock down your Wi-Fi for a more secure network. The best part is: … Read More
What are the security concerns of IoT?
Welcome to SandStorm IT's 6-part series about the Internet of Things. In this series, we'll shed some light on the basics of IoT. Part 1 - What is the Internet of Things (IoT)? Part 2 - Why do I care about IoT? Part 3 - What are some real-world applications of IoT? Part 4 - What are the security … Read More
What are some real-world applications of IoT?
Welcome to SandStorm IT's 6-part series about the Internet of Things. In this series, we'll shed some light on the basics of IoT. Part 1 - What is the Internet of Things (IoT)? Part 2 - Why do I care about IoT? Part 3 - What are some real-world applications of IoT? (You are here) Part 4 - What … Read More
Wireless Access Points versus Wireless Network Repeaters
When building an extended Wi-Fi network, there are two methods to extend coverage to areas with poor signal quality: Wireless Access Points and Wireless Network Repeaters (also called Wireless Network Extenders by some manufacturers). In this post, we'll cover exactly what each device is and how … Read More