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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Check out the Mets' Top 10 biggest first half hits of 2025
With the Mets returning from the All-Star break with a playoff push in their sights, take a quick look back at the Mets' Top 10 biggest first half hits of 2025! Hat tip to Baseball Reference's WPA.
Time Business News
4 days ago
- Time Business News
How to Use 192.168.1.1 to Secure Your Home WiFi Network
Netgear nighthawk routers has a default assigned IP address which helps them to connect with the internet and other devices. These addresses can be changed after use with there subnet. Also, user can use this IP to adjust the router's settings and configure the device. Just apply these below given instructions to reach inside the 192.168.1.1 login interface and configure a few important settings. There are simple to apply major steps to use the 192.168.1.1 IP address to get to the Netgear router interface and access it. Open Chrome. Or Firefox. Doesn't matter. In the address bar (not Google), type this: 192.168.1.1, hit enter. Now you'll see a login box. If you've never changed your router's username or password, it's probably something super basic like: Username: admin admin Password: admin or password Look on the bottom of your router if you're stuck. There's usually a sticker with the default details. Heads up: If you're still using those factory defaults, anyone in range could potentially mess with your settings. Time to fix that… This is where people mess up. Your WiFi password and your router login are two different things . Changing just one isn't enough. Here's how: Go to 'Administration' or 'System Settings' (the name varies depending on brand) Look for something like 'Change Router Password' or 'Login Settings' Create a new username + a real password (not something like 'admin123') You just closed a wide-open door. Good move. Next, head to the 'Wireless' or 'WiFi Settings' section. You'll see something like: SSID (that's just the WiFi network name you see when you're connecting) WiFi Password Change the name of your network. No more 'TP-Link_9C2' or 'NETGEAR54'. That tells people exactly what router you're using—aka gives hackers clues. Use something random or personal (but not your name or address). Then update the password: Make it at least 12 characters Mix upper/lowercase, numbers, and symbols Don't use common words or your dog's name This is what stops neighbors and strangers from mooching or snooping. Simple fix. Big impact. If your router still says WEP or WPA, that's ancient and crackable. Seriously—WEP is so weak someone could break in while ordering a coffee next door. Go to 'Security Settings' or 'Wireless Security.' Set it to: WPA3 (best) Or WPA2 AES if WPA3 isn't an option Do not pick 'WPA2-TKIP' or 'mixed mode'. That stuff's outdated junk. WPS is that 'push-to-connect' button. It feels convenient, but it's actually a security hole. Hackers can brute-force it way too easily. Look for a WPS option—disable it. Done. You can disable the WPS of the extender (if connected), from the Mywifiext (Netgear wifi extender setup) window on your computer. Most routers have a built-in firewall, but sometimes it's not even enabled by default. Dumb, right? Look under Security or Advanced settings and make sure: The firewall is ON Remote management is OFF (you don't want someone accessing your router from across town or the world) Firmware is your router's 'brain.' Manufacturers push updates to fix security holes, but your router doesn't always install them on its own. Find the 'Firmware Update' or 'Software Upgrade' section. Some routers can check for updates automatically—use it. If not, go to the brand's site, search your model, and update manually. One update can close dozens of known backdoors. Got people over often? Kids' friends? Relatives who visit and ask, 'What's the WiFi password?' Create a Guest Network: Keeps your main devices (laptop, smart home gear, cameras) totally separate If their phone's compromised, your stuff stays safe You can even limit speed and time You'll find this in 'Wireless Settings' or 'Guest WiFi.' Not only the Netgear devices are assigned with the 192.168.1.1, the netgear extenders are assigned with a different IP address 192.168.1.250. this IP address is used to setup and configure the extender on your computer. Hope, these instructions helped you to reach inside the setup page. TIME BUSINESS NEWS
Gulf Today
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Gulf Today
Why World Padel Academy's Summer Camp is the perfect choice for your kids this season
A fun, active, and safe environment where every day is an adventure. When summer hits, every parent starts looking for a place that's safe, air-conditioned, and filled with positive energy—somewhere their kids can learn, grow, and enjoy themselves all at once. That's exactly what World Padel Academy's Summer Camp offers. Running from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, with drop-off from 8:30 AM and pick-up until 2:00 PM, the camp is designed to keep kids engaged and excited from the moment they arrive. Every day kicks off with a summer-camp style mini session, featuring 30 to 45 minutes of padel-based fun and interactive drills. That's followed by a friendly meet-and-greet with the coaches and camp team—helping kids warm up and feel at home. The camp welcomes kids aged 6 to 14, divided into two age groups (6–10 and 10–14 years old) to ensure age-appropriate interaction. Each camper also receives an official WPA shirt as part of their registration—so they feel like they're part of the team from day one. Throughout the day, kids take part in fun team sports like dodgeball, foosball, and movement games, as well as creative, brain-stimulating activities that promote teamwork, confidence, and social skills. A daily break is included between 10:30 and 11:00 AM. One of the most appreciated aspects of the camp is its strict no-photo policy. No photography or social media content is allowed inside the camp—even during influencer visits—so children's privacy is fully protected and parents can rest easy. Main Location: World Padel Academy – Al Quoz, Dubai Monday to Friday June 30 – August 22, 2025 Daily Pass: AED 180 | Weekly Pass: AED 850 10% Sibling Discount Pricing by Location: Al Quoz & Arabian Center (Dubai): AED 170/day or AED 749/week Mercato Mall (Dubai): AED 120/day or AED 550/week Abu Dhabi – Yas Mall & Marina Mall: AED 150/day or AED 699/week Summer Offer (valid until August 31, 2025): Buy 2 hours of Premium Access and get upgraded to a FREE Full Day Pass – available at all locations except Mercato Mall. Monthly Membership – AED 199 Available at: Air Maniax Al Quoz Air Maniax Marina Mall StreetManiax Al Quoz You can also book a trial day at the Al Quoz location – where your child can enjoy a short session of fun padel drills, meet the coaches, and walk away with a smile and some goodies. Ready to register? Learn more and book online:
The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Pool champion dies aged 40 mid-tournament as tributes pour in for ‘a hero to a generation'
A POOL champion has died mid-tournament aged 40. Taiwanese star Chang Jung-Lin passed away after playing a match in the Indonesia Open 10-Ball pool tournament in Jakarta. 3 Chang Jung-Lin has died aged 40 3 The Taiwanese star died after playing a match in a tournament in Indonesia Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 3 Chang won the 8-ball Pool Championship in 2012 Credit: Shutterstock Editorial Chang won his round of 32 match on Sunday morning at 10am and was scheduled to play again at 4pm. But he was instead found unresponsive in his hotel, according to tournament organisers, and taken to hospital where he could not be revived. It is believed he suffered a heart attack followed by a stroke. The World Pool-Billiards Association (WPA) confirmed his death and passed on their commiserations to his family, describing him as a "hero to a generation". A statement reads: 'Beyond his accomplishments in competition, Chang was a quiet leader, an inspiration to the next generation, and a true ambassador of the sport. 'We have lost a legend, but his spirit, sportsmanship, and contributions to cue sports will never be forgotten.' Tributes have poured in for Chang from fans and fellow players. World No.1 Fedor Gorst said: 'One of the greatest talents our sport has ever seen. Most read in Sport 'Pool is a beautiful game, but also a tough one. Behind the focus and precision, many of us learn to hide our struggles well. You'll be deeply missed, Chang.' Chang's biggest triumph came in 2012 when he won the WPA World 8-Ball Championship. Barry Hearn reveals pool is the 'next darts' and predicts sport will be massive in five years He also competed in 10-ball pool and 9-ball pool, making his debut in the latter sport in 2005. Known in Taiwan by his nickname 'Devil Fire Cloud', Chang also reached world No.1 after his 8-ball pool success. The Chinese Taipei Billiards Association posted a tribute, stating: 'Thank you for your years of hard work for billiards and bringing honour to the country.'
CNET
6 days ago
- CNET
I Updated These 5 Settings on My New Router Right Away. Here's Why You Should Too
When you get a new router, it may be tempting to just plug it in, get online as quickly as possible and move on with your life. However, your router is responsible for directing nearly 100% of all internet traffic in your home network: It's definitely worth taking a few minutes to update some security settings before you move on with your day. As CNET's router expert, I know a few easy tricks for creating a secure Wi-Fi network, and when I bought my own router, these were the first settings I updated. It didn't take me very long, and you don't have to be a Wi-Fi expert to find these settings. Whether you just invested in your own router or you're renting one from an ISP, here is what to update on your new Wi-Fi router to enjoy browsing and streaming safely. For context, I'm an Xfinity (Comcast) subscriber, but the tips here should translate no matter what internet provider you use. 1. Change the network name and password To change the username and password, you'll need to log into your provider's website or mobile app. Log in to your account and look for a section for Network or W-Fi settings. On Xfinity's website, I clicked WiFi Details to change the name of my Wi-Fi network and set a new password. Choose a password -- or better yet, a passphrase -- that you'll remember but isn't too easy to guess. Matt Elliott/CNET 2. Choose a security mode If you set a strong password for your router, then you've taken the first step of securing your network rather than leaving it open for anyone to access. With a password set on a modern router, you are most likely using WPA2 or WPA3 encryption. WPA, or Wi-Fi Protected Access, is a 256-bit encryption protocol that is more secure than the older, weaker WEP standard that uses 64- or 128-bit encryption. WPA2 improves upon WPA by using a stronger encryption algorithm. It uses the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) algorithm that is more secure than WPA and its TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) algorithm. WPA3 stepped up the security measures even further, strengthening password security, data encryption and smart home connections. Locating local internet providers Many routers offer a mixed mode of WPA2 and WPA3 so that older devices that pre-date WPA3 can connect to your network. WPA2 has been around for more than 10 years so it's unlikely that your router is still using WPA encryption. When choosing the security mode for your router, I would go with WPA3 and only switch to mixed mode if you have an ancient device that won't connect to your WPA2-protected network. 3. Check network mode and bands If you're using a newer Wi-Fi 7 router or a Wi-Fi 6E router, it broadcasts in three frequencies: 2.4, 5, and 6 GHz. These are the frequencies with which your wireless network broadcasts radio waves to transmit information. All three frequency bands should be on by default, but check the advanced settings of your provider's website or app to check the status of both to make sure they are active. The 2.4GHz band is more crowded because it's the frequency many common electronics in your household use, from cordless phones and baby monitors to garage door openers and microwaves (that's right, think twice about placing your router near a microwave or other electronics). You might run into network interference with 2.4GHz, but it allows older devices to connect to your network. The 5GHz band is less congested and faster but has a shorter range than the 2.4GHz band. The 6GHz band is significantly faster than the other two, but it works best when your device is around 15 feet or closer to your router. With all three modes operating, your router will choose the best mode for each of your network devices. 4. Enable parental controls Look for a Parental Controls or Access Restrictions section to establish some boundaries for your kids' devices. With Xfinity, click the People tab to set up profiles for your kids. You can assign devices for each profile and then hit Pause for any or all devices of a profile to give them a break from Instagram, Snapchat, texting and everything else on the Internet. You can also enable parental controls for a profile to "reduce the risk of accessing objectionable websites and apps and enable protective search settings for Google, Bing and YouTube." You'll also find the option to set active hours for your kids' devices. Xfinity calls it Bedtime mode, which lets you set the hours the internet is and isn't available. There are different options for weeknights and weekends. Matt Elliott/CNET 5. Set up guest network Creating a guest Wi-Fi network saves you from potentially giving visitors access to shared computers and files on your network as well as the hassle of needing to tell them your complicated or embarrassing Wi-Fi password. In your account settings, look for Guest Network or Home Hotspot. Matt Elliott/CNET With Xfinity, I couldn't find this setting with the other Wi-Fi settings but instead had to move a level up to my general account settings. From the main account page, it was listed under Settings. With it enabled, Xfinity started broadcasting a separate network called "xfinitywifi" that guests can use without needing to track me down for a password.
