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Advice on home networking, load shedding prep, security cameras and staying connected in rural KZN.

Keep Wi-Fi on during power cuts

How to Keep Your Wi-Fi On During Unpredictable Power Cuts

Living, working, or holidaying out around Albert Falls is all about enjoying the space and taking a break. But as everyone in the area knows, the grid can be incredibly unpredictable. When the power drops without...

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Stream DStv in 4K

Stream DStv in 4K with Faster Internet for Less

If you are still paying for a satellite dish and decoder, you are paying for old technology. With the right Ping Mzansi internet package, you can cancel your DStv dish subscription and stream directly with faster internet, better picture quality and no upfront equipment costs.

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Which internet speed is right for you

Which Internet Speed Is Right for You?

At Ping Mzansi, we know every home uses the internet differently. A quiet home with one or two people has very different needs compared to a busy household with kids, streaming, TVs, gaming consoles and work-from-home setups.

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Mesh Wi-Fi vs single router

Mesh Wi-Fi vs a Single Router: What's Right for Your Home?

Most people are familiar with a traditional Wi-Fi router, but what exactly is a mesh Wi-Fi system? A mesh system uses multiple Wi-Fi units, called nodes, placed around your home to create one seamless network.

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