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Gaming Connectivity
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Power & Load Shedding
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Windows & Linux
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CCTV & Smart Home
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Openserve fibre red LOS light: 7 fixes that actually work
A red LOS light means your ONT has lost signal from the OLT. Here's how to diagnose whether it's a dirty connector, a kinked drop cable, or a Telkom-side outage — and what to log with your ISP.
Why is my ping so high in South Africa, and how do I fix it?
Most SA gamers route through Europe instead of local servers. Learn how to test your route with WinMTR, switch ISPs that peer at NAPAfrica, and use a gaming VPN that actually lowers ping.
MikroTik + UPS load shedding setup: stay online through Stage 6
A complete wiring diagram and RouterOS script to keep your hAP, ONT and Wi-Fi running for 6+ hours on a 12V LiFePO4 setup. Includes battery sizing.
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