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2026 Kichler Landscape Lighting Catalogs Are Out!

tech ease — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 18:44:51 +0000

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Can’t Print in Windows – Check This Network Setting

tech ease — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 14:50:18 +0000

One of the most common calls I get is “My printer was working fine, and now I can’t print.” Of course there are several possible causes of this, but one that I see very often is that Windows changes the network setting on your computer to Public, instead of Private. When set to Public, your computer can’t see other devices on your network and other devices can’t see it. This is good for when you are at a coffee shop or some other “public” network that don’t know what devices are on it and who is managing it. The easiest way to fix this that I have found is to:

1. Go down to the lower right of your screen, right-click on your network icon (this might be the WiFi symbol or Ethernet symbol.)

2. Click on “Open Network & Internet Settings”

3. Click on the name of your connected network. You may have to switch to the “Ethernet” tab

4. Under “Network Profile” choose “Private” instead of “Public”

At this point what you have in your print queue may start printing. If it doesn’t you may have to clear your print queue and try to print again, restart your printer, or it could be something else.

Hope this helps – If you need further assistance feel free to call Tech Ease at (614) 653-7315

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New Samsung “The Frame” Art TVs are out

tech ease — Mon, 09 Jun 2025 15:47:53 +0000

Many people enjoy the super-thin, right up against the wall, picture frame look and “art mode” of the Samsung – The Frame TVs. The new 2025 versions are out now and available. One limiting factor with these TVs in the past is that they have required an external controller box that links up to with a special cable, powers the TV and that the external sources plugged into. This box was required, and the cable for it was proprietary, had large connectors on it and was not easy to fish in walls. Now there are two models – the regular versions and the Pro versions. The Pro versions use a wireless connection between the control box and the TV, and if you don’t have any external inputs – like a DVD player or cable box – if you just want to use the Smart functions/apps built into the TV – you don’t even need to use the external box! This means these Pro TVs can be mounted like a regular TV where there is an outlet behind it and you can enjoy the slim, artwork-look of the TV without running any extra wires. The picture quality of these models has been upgraded as well. These Pro versions are available in 65″, 75″ and 85″. Contact Tech Ease for more information.

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Disadvantages of letting your ISP set up your home network

tech ease — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 01:16:53 +0000

More and more, ISPs (Internet Service Providers) such as Spectrum, Breezeline, Altafiber, AT&T, etc will offer “Wi-Fi” along with their modem and connection to their service. This usually includes at least one Wi-Fi router, or even a mesh Wi-Fi system with multiple “nodes” if you have a larger home. Some of them even use the brand Eero for their systems – which even I approve of. The care taken and installation quality of these devices definitely varies and because of time and equipment constraints, is difficult for a cable installer to do this well. Here are some things to think about when considering getting your Wi-Fi from your internet provider:

– they are usually not going to be able go over and above to make sure Wi-Fi nodes are in the best locations – no proper site survey

– they are going to put most or all of your devices on Wi-Fi – because it’s easier, not necessarily better

– ISPs will likely never take advantage of any built in ethernet wiring your home may have

– there is usually no easy support – If you need help or have a problem you usually have to call the ISP’s main number and you can’t just call or text the person that installed it to check on it for you

– no follow up or TLC from the person that installed it to make sure it’s working okay, perform updates, forward ports for you, troubleshoot, etc

– there will be a monthly charge on your bill to pay for their Wi-Fi equipment, which can add up and makes having a networking professional install your network even more appealing/cost-effective

– many people pay for higher speeds every month to compensate for bad network hardware and/or installation. You can usually get away with a lower internet speed (which means lower cost per month by $10, $20, $50+ per month potentially) if your network hardware and coverage are adequate and optimized

– you can always cancel the Wi-Fi service from your ISP, turn in their equipment, have your own equipment installed and save the $10+ per month on your bill

The moral of the story is, leave it to the ISP or “cable guy” to make sure the signal from their service to your home is as good as it can be, and leave it to a network professional to set up and manage the network inside your home.

Call Tech Ease at (614) 653-7315 to learn more about this, or set up a network consultation.

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Flush Mounted Ceiling Wireless Access Points

tech ease — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 18:53:39 +0000

If you are building a new house or doing a major remodel and want to minimize the amount of items mounted on the ceiling, flush mounted Wireless Access Points are a nice option. Araknis, a brand of networking gear, makes an in-ceiling bracket for flush-to-ceiling mounting of their WiFi devices. Contact Tech Ease for more details.

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