From the Mailbag - 08/10/2022

AMELIA will be traveling to Argentina next month for a ~60-day work trip. What are her options for cell phone service down there?

The Prepaid Data SIM Card Wiki has an article on Argentina HERE.

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CHAUNCEY inherited an ASUS AC1750 Wi-Fi Router from an ex-roommate. However, it appears to be end-of-life (EOL). Is it still safe to use?

Generally, once a piece of hardware or software goes EOL it is no longer safe to use.

1. This is because EOL means no more technical support or updates.

2. These days, a high percentage of updates are security-related.

Therefore, continuing to use an EOL product means any security issues will NOT be patched. You will be vulnerable.

You have two options . . .

1. Install up-to-date third-party firmware on that router. DD-WRT is an excellent choice.

2. Pick up a new router. Wirecutter just released a wi-fi router roundup today.

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COREY AND IZABELLA live in an area with lots of over-the-air HD channels (OTA-HD). They want to cancel their cable TV. Which antenna should they buy?

The ClearStream Flex by Antennas Direct looks like a good choice. Amazon has it HERE for $64.95. It rates 3.9 out of 5 stars and free shipping is available.

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