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We found 12 comments on r/it discussing the most recommended products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 9 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the top 20.
1. CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide, Ninth Edition (Exams 220-901 & 220-902)
- McGraw-Hill Osborne Media
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▼ Read Reddit mentions2. Sabrent USB 3.0 to SATA External Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5" or 3.5"' HDD, SSD [Support UASP] (DS-UBLK)
- Supports all 2.5 and 3.5-inch SATA drives up to 4TB
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![Sabrent USB 3.0 to SATA External Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5" or 3.5"' HDD, SSD [Support UASP] (DS-UBLK)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/512Hy6ruZ8L._SL300_.jpg)
▼ Read Reddit mentions3. Google WiFi system, 3-Pack - Router Replacement for Whole Home Coverage (NLS-1304-25),White
- A new type of connected system for seamless WiFi coverage throughout your home, helping eliminate dead zones and buffering
- Replaces your current router, and works your modem and internet service. It’s compatible with major internet service providers including Comcast, Time Warner, and Verizon Fios
- A single WiFi point covers up to 1,500 square feet, a set of three covers homes up to 4,500 square feet Wifi points work together so you can add more if you need additional coverage
- Network Assist technology keeps your connection fast by always selecting the clearest channel and fastest band for your devices
- A simple app gets you set up quickly and allows you to see what’s connected, prioritize devices, and pause the WiFi on kids devices. Family controls allow you to pause the WiFi on kids devices, like during
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▼ Read Reddit mentions4. Acer Aspire 5 Slim Laptop, 15.6 Inches FHD IPS Display, 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8265U, 8GB DDR4, 256GB SSD, Fingerprint Reader, Windows 10 Home, A515-54-51DJ
- 8th Generation Intel Core i5-8265U Processor (Upto 3.9 gram Hz) | 8 GB DDR4 Memory | 256 GB PCIe NVMe SSD
- 15.6 Inches Full HD (1920 x 1080) Widescreen LED-backlit IPS Display | Intel UHD Graphics 620
- 1 - USB 3.1 Type C Gen 1 port, 2 - USB 3.1 Gen 1 Ports (one with Power-off Charging), 1 - USB 2.0 Port & 1 - HDMI Port with HDCP Support
- 802.11ac WiFi | Backlit Keyboard | Fingerprint Reader | Upto 9.5 Hours Battery Life
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▼ Read Reddit mentions5. Travel Laptop Backpack, Business Anti Theft Slim Durable Laptops Backpack with USB Charging Port, Water Resistant College School Computer Bag Gifts for Men & Women Fits 15.6 Inch Notebook, Grey
★LOTS OF STORAGE SPACE&POCKETS: One separate laptop compartment hold 15.6 Inch Laptop as well as 15 Inch,14 Inch and 13 Inch Macbook/Laptop. One spacious packing compartment roomy for daily necessities,tech electronics accessories. Front compartment with many pockets, pen pockets and key fob hook,...
▼ Read Reddit mentions6. QWNET CPE5450 Wireless Bridge Kit, 5GHz 450Mbps 802.11ac Pre-configured CPE Kit, 3KM Max. Range Indoor & Outdoor Point to Point Client Bridge, Wireless Access Point【2-Pack】
- CPE5450 WORK AT POINT-TO-POINT MODE, AT LINE OF SIGHT IS RECOMMENDED. Our product is waterproof, dust proof, lighting protection item - Operating Temperature: -25℃-55℃ (-13°F-131°F), Storage Temp: -40℃-70℃ (-40°F-158°F). The factory default setting for the CPE5450 is for single unit, not for a pair. Please do not reset to the factory settings if they no longer connect . We will send you user manual for getting them reconfigured. Besides, the units can't be changed to 2.4GHZ itself.
- 【Pratical Design】 Compatible with 802.11ac,5GHz (450Mbps max rate) radios, suitable for long range video sending(Max 3km @ PTP). It is hard to imagine that you need a long cable to transfer video from the camera(3km away) to your computer at home. Now with CPE5450 wireless bridge kit, everything will be easy! They are just plug and play, you can sit in front of the computer at home and see the dynamic video come from the camera from afar!
- 【FCC Compliant & Simplest installation】 FCC Part 15E compliant.Couple of CPE5450 with Pre-configured, ready to install, Easy to set them with IP camera(cameras) and networks DVR / NVR.
- 【Typical applications】1.Any place required security monitoring by cameras. 2.Transfer internet from your internet router to another building or outside. 3.Monitor CCTV in lift and elevator,perfect wireless sending solution to replace wired CCTV. Also suitable for the farm, garden, backyard, office,parks,shopping malls,factories,garages etc.
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▼ Read Reddit mentions7. TP-Link AV600 Powerline Ethernet Adapter - Plug&Play, Power Saving, Nano Powerline Adapter, Expand Home Network with Stable Connections (TL-PA4010 KIT)
- Fast speed: Wired connection with high speed data transfer rate, ideal for HD video or 3D video streaming and online gaming, up to 100Mbps
- Plug and Play: No new wires and no configuration required; Step 1: connect 1 adapter to your router. Step 2: plug in another Powerline adapter wherever you need wired internet service.
- Network expansion: The TL-PA4010 KIT transforms your home's existing electrical circuit into a high-speed network with no need for new wires or drilling and brings wired network to anywhere there is a power outlet(Up to 300 meters)
- Miniature design: Smaller than most Powerline adapters in the market, blends discreetly in front of any power outlet
- Power Saving Mode: TL-PA4010 KIT automatically switches from its "Working" mode to efficient "Power-Saving" mode when not in use, reducing energy consumption by up to 85%.
- Please note that powerline adapters must be deployed in sets of two or more
- Kindly Reminder: Powerline Adapters must be on the same electrical circuit for connectivity. Appliances and devices running on the same circuit may affect powerline performance.
- Compatible with all TP-Link Powerline Ethernet Adapters AV2000, AV1300, AV1200, AV1000, AV600, AV500, AV200. Please purchase TL-WPA4220 or TL-WPA4220KIT if you need Wi-Fi
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▼ Read Reddit mentions8. VENTION Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort (Thunderbolt to DP) Cable DP1.4 Male to Male 4K Gold Plated Video Cord Support MacBook DP Monitor Projector (10Ft/3m)
▼ Read Reddit mentions9. StarTech.com DVI KVM Switch with Audio & USB 2.0 Hub – 2-Port USB KVM Switch - 1920 x 1200 - Dual Monitor KVM Switch (SV231DD2DUA)
2 COMPUTERS 1 WORKSTATION: This TAA compliant 2 Port DVI KVM Switch lets you control and link up to 2 connected computers with one single set of workstation peripherals for increased productivity in the office or at homeEASY to OPERATE: The front panel pushbuttons on the dual screen KVM make it easy...
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1. CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide, Ninth Edition (Exams 220-901 & 220-902)
- McGraw-Hill Osborne Media
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions2. Sabrent USB 3.0 to SATA External Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5" or 3.5"' HDD, SSD [Support UASP] (DS-UBLK)
- Supports all 2.5 and 3.5-inch SATA drives up to 4TB
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions3. Google WiFi system, 3-Pack - Router Replacement for Whole Home Coverage (NLS-1304-25),White
- A new type of connected system for seamless WiFi coverage throughout your home, helping eliminate dead zones and buffering
- Replaces your current router, and works your modem and internet service. It’s compatible with major internet service providers including Comcast, Time Warner, and Verizon Fios
- A single WiFi point covers up to 1,500 square feet, a set of three covers homes up to 4,500 square feet Wifi points work together so you can add more if you need additional coverage
- Network Assist technology keeps your connection fast by always selecting the clearest channel and fastest band for your devices
- A simple app gets you set up quickly and allows you to see what’s connected, prioritize devices, and pause the WiFi on kids devices. Family controls allow you to pause the WiFi on kids devices, like during
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions4. Acer Aspire 5 Slim Laptop, 15.6 Inches FHD IPS Display, 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8265U, 8GB DDR4, 256GB SSD, Fingerprint Reader, Windows 10 Home, A515-54-51DJ
- 8th Generation Intel Core i5-8265U Processor (Upto 3.9 gram Hz) | 8 GB DDR4 Memory | 256 GB PCIe NVMe SSD
- 15.6 Inches Full HD (1920 x 1080) Widescreen LED-backlit IPS Display | Intel UHD Graphics 620
- 1 - USB 3.1 Type C Gen 1 port, 2 - USB 3.1 Gen 1 Ports (one with Power-off Charging), 1 - USB 2.0 Port & 1 - HDMI Port with HDCP Support
- 802.11ac WiFi | Backlit Keyboard | Fingerprint Reader | Upto 9.5 Hours Battery Life
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions5. Travel Laptop Backpack, Business Anti Theft Slim Durable Laptops Backpack with USB Charging Port, Water Resistant College School Computer Bag Gifts for Men & Women Fits 15.6 Inch Notebook, Grey
★LOTS OF STORAGE SPACE&POCKETS: One separate laptop compartment hold 15.6 Inch Laptop as well as 15 Inch,14 Inch and 13 Inch Macbook/Laptop. One spacious packing compartment roomy for daily necessities,tech electronics accessories. Front compartment with many pockets, pen pockets and key fob hook,...
▼ Read Reddit mentions6. QWNET CPE5450 Wireless Bridge Kit, 5GHz 450Mbps 802.11ac Pre-configured CPE Kit, 3KM Max. Range Indoor & Outdoor Point to Point Client Bridge, Wireless Access Point【2-Pack】
- CPE5450 WORK AT POINT-TO-POINT MODE, AT LINE OF SIGHT IS RECOMMENDED. Our product is waterproof, dust proof, lighting protection item - Operating Temperature: -25℃-55℃ (-13°F-131°F), Storage Temp: -40℃-70℃ (-40°F-158°F). The factory default setting for the CPE5450 is for single unit, not for a pair. Please do not reset to the factory settings if they no longer connect . We will send you user manual for getting them reconfigured. Besides, the units can't be changed to 2.4GHZ itself.
- 【Pratical Design】 Compatible with 802.11ac,5GHz (450Mbps max rate) radios, suitable for long range video sending(Max 3km @ PTP). It is hard to imagine that you need a long cable to transfer video from the camera(3km away) to your computer at home. Now with CPE5450 wireless bridge kit, everything will be easy! They are just plug and play, you can sit in front of the computer at home and see the dynamic video come from the camera from afar!
- 【FCC Compliant & Simplest installation】 FCC Part 15E compliant.Couple of CPE5450 with Pre-configured, ready to install, Easy to set them with IP camera(cameras) and networks DVR / NVR.
- 【Typical applications】1.Any place required security monitoring by cameras. 2.Transfer internet from your internet router to another building or outside. 3.Monitor CCTV in lift and elevator,perfect wireless sending solution to replace wired CCTV. Also suitable for the farm, garden, backyard, office,parks,shopping malls,factories,garages etc.
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions7. TP-Link AV600 Powerline Ethernet Adapter - Plug&Play, Power Saving, Nano Powerline Adapter, Expand Home Network with Stable Connections (TL-PA4010 KIT)
- Fast speed: Wired connection with high speed data transfer rate, ideal for HD video or 3D video streaming and online gaming, up to 100Mbps
- Plug and Play: No new wires and no configuration required; Step 1: connect 1 adapter to your router. Step 2: plug in another Powerline adapter wherever you need wired internet service.
- Network expansion: The TL-PA4010 KIT transforms your home's existing electrical circuit into a high-speed network with no need for new wires or drilling and brings wired network to anywhere there is a power outlet(Up to 300 meters)
- Miniature design: Smaller than most Powerline adapters in the market, blends discreetly in front of any power outlet
- Power Saving Mode: TL-PA4010 KIT automatically switches from its "Working" mode to efficient "Power-Saving" mode when not in use, reducing energy consumption by up to 85%.
- Please note that powerline adapters must be deployed in sets of two or more
- Kindly Reminder: Powerline Adapters must be on the same electrical circuit for connectivity. Appliances and devices running on the same circuit may affect powerline performance.
- Compatible with all TP-Link Powerline Ethernet Adapters AV2000, AV1300, AV1200, AV1000, AV600, AV500, AV200. Please purchase TL-WPA4220 or TL-WPA4220KIT if you need Wi-Fi
Features:
▼ Read Reddit mentions8. VENTION Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort (Thunderbolt to DP) Cable DP1.4 Male to Male 4K Gold Plated Video Cord Support MacBook DP Monitor Projector (10Ft/3m)
▼ Read Reddit mentions9. StarTech.com DVI KVM Switch with Audio & USB 2.0 Hub – 2-Port USB KVM Switch - 1920 x 1200 - Dual Monitor KVM Switch (SV231DD2DUA)
2 COMPUTERS 1 WORKSTATION: This TAA compliant 2 Port DVI KVM Switch lets you control and link up to 2 connected computers with one single set of workstation peripherals for increased productivity in the office or at homeEASY to OPERATE: The front panel pushbuttons on the dual screen KVM make it easy...
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I started reading the course material for CompTIA when I started looking at getting into IT but never got round to the exam. There was a fair amount of good stuff in the book I was reading, also a lot about stuff you really didn't need to know (like the max voltage of an IBM PCXT power supply from the last millennium).
If you are someone wanting to get into IT at ground level, with minimal working knowledge of a helpdesk, troubleshooting process or how IT as a field hangs together, I'd recommend at least reading the course material for CompTIA, then if you're still keen, do the exam, if nothing else it shows willingness to learn to an employer. After that look at the Networking+ and Security+ qualifications, or a Microsoft accreditation. Anything Office 365 these days is a licence to print money if you're looking to contract as an IT person (here in the UK as of the last 2 years or so at least).
This was the book I read, though that was about three years ago: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/125958951X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_R30vxbJ3FQJT2
Been in IT for just over three years, currently 2nd/3rd Line Engineer/Consultant and looking to go contracting in the next year. Any queries, let me know.
A lot of programs that will allow you to change it but if you just want the files get one of these and plug in hdd. Will allow you to browse folders like a usb flash drive
https://www.amazon.com/Sabrent-External-Docking-Station-DS-UBLK/dp/B00IKAQ538
A program that works well for password unlock is pcunlocker if unable to make changes via cmd line
http://www.pcunlocker.com
Network extenders are not good, especially the kind that connect via power-line Ethernet. Best bet is to get a wireless access point that bridges to the router, or better yet, whole-home wifi like Google Wifi:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MAW2294/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_i1KUDbMRVJFMM
So even with dedicated graphics and 16 gb of DDR3, do you think something like https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RF2123Z/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_AlvzDbMYJKBQ8 would be better?
Edit: changed laptop link
I got this one, and it has been awesome so far.
https://www.amazon.com/Backpack-Business-Charging-Resistant-Computer/dp/B06XZTZ7GB/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1550377598&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=tech+backpack&dpPl=1&dpID=51DWNx33d4L&ref=plSrch
[You can trying something like this] (https://smile.amazon.com/TP-Link-AV600-Powerline-Ethernet-Adapter/dp/B00AWRUICG/), but if the issues are from your router, this wouldn't fix the issue right away. I would try to unseat the wifi card, then turn on the computer and shutdown, then reseat it again and go from there.
If the issue is your router, you may want to open ports up for your games to see if that fixes something. Each router is a little different but on my tp-link router, [this is what I have for rocket league and other stuff.] (https://i.imgur.com/X6x9oYa.png)
The 40 meters you describe is well within the max length of the cable (at least for CAT 5 & 6). The connector connecting the two segments together may be introducing loss. Try replacing that first then if it does not clear up, try another port on the switch end and/or a different Ethernet cable. If you can swing it go fully wireless with this or something similar: https://www.amazon.com/QW-CPE5450-Wireless-Bridge-Point/dp/B072Y5S8YX/
Wireless will need a clean line of sight.
https://www.amazon.com/VENTION-DisplayPort-Thunderbolt-Support-Projector/dp/B077T2VPVK
if you want an easy pushbutton sort of way to do it, you'll need a dual monitor kvm (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) switch. Which switch you get depends on what types of monitor connections.
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here's a good one for DVI:
https://smile.amazon.com/StarTech-com-SV231DDVDUA-Monitor-Switch-Audio/dp/B002VY8T2Y?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_1&th=1
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There are also software ways of doing it (install a program on both computers and change a setting depending on which computer you want to use at the time) but it's slow and would NOT be good for gaming. If you want to give this a shot for shits and giggles, try Synergy.
https://symless.com/synergy