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FUN FRIDAY: Shiny crap into space

Sometimes maybe… you shouldn’t do something just because you can.

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Can 5G cellular actually be worse than LTE cellular?

It’s not your imagination. It does happen.


Tutorials May 23, 2024

What’s the difference between frequency and wavelength?

You’ve heard the terms, here’s a simple explanation of what they mean.


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If I switch to DISH from DIRECTV on my boat, will I get my local channels back?

Looking to get local channels back? Here’s what you need to know.


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THROWBACK THURSDAY: When I thought NBC would fail

Fair’s fair. NBC didn’t fail, so I eat my hat.


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Let’s say you are going to have an RV parked in your driveway for a while. Maybe mom’s come to town. Maybe you’re having some plumbing issues and you’ve moved the fam into temporary quarters….


Tutorials May 22, 2024

Do you need a special antenna for ATSC 3.0?

Well, you’ve been hearing me talk about ATSC 3.0, the proposed next generation of TV broadcasting in the US, for about a decade now. Seriously. Check out all these articles. If it becomes the law…


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Should you build your electronics into a cabinet?

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Podcast #579: Cell service in most commercial buildings is pretty bad. Here’s what you can do about it.

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Is it time to upgrade your KVH satellite TV system?

Yes it is, and it’s best to get it done quickly before installers are swamped with demand!


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Problems with your marine DIRECTV system? Here’s the one thing you MUST check

This quick step will help you get the service and support you need!


Tutorials May 21, 2024

Looking for better TV reception? Just add height!

The biggest problem with TV reception? You might not be seeing the forest for the trees.


Tutorials May 20, 2024

How does a marine satellite dish work?

Getting satellite reception on a moving vessel is incredibly hard. Here’s how they do it.


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