Networking Tips

Level Up Your Meetings: What Esports Taught Us About QoS

1) What’s new in Wi-Fi 7 (why it matters) 320 MHz channels (6 GHz band):  Big lanes for peak throughput—if clients can use them and spectrum allows. Multi-Link Operation (MLO):  Clients can use 2.4/5/6 GHz links in parallel for stability and lower latency. 4K-QAM:  Higher bits per symbol = more speed at short range/clean RF. Preamble puncturing & Multi-RU:  Better use of “dirty” spectrum; fewer retries and higher efficiency in real offices. Deterministic latency features:  Sm

Running a business without reliable IT is like trying to drive a car with a flat tyre — you’ll move forward, but it’ll be slow, frustrating, and costly. In today’s fast-paced Pretoria market, where competition is fierce and downtime is expensive, your IT setup isn’t just “nice to have.” It’s the backbone of your business success.

Ever had that sinking feeling when your computer or network suddenly throws a tantrum? Yeah, me too. It’s like your tech decides to take a coffee break right when you need it most. But what if I told you there’s a way to dodge those headaches before they even start? That’s where proactive IT monitoring steps in, like a trusty sidekick keeping an eye on your tech 24/7. Let’s dive into how this game-changer can keep your systems humming smoothly and save you from those nasty su

There’s nothing like firing up your PlayStation 5 on a Friday night, biltong in hand, only to discover that Plex — your meticulously curated library of series and movies — is nowhere to be found. Your phone sees the server fine, your laptop streams happily, but your PS5? Nada. This is a surprisingly common issue. Let’s break down the problem, the dead ends, and ultimately the fix — Pro-IT style.

At Pro-IT, we keep our cables neat and our skills netjies, but when Friday rolls around, we switch from patch panels to punchlines. This time, we gave a standard crimping session the Biltong & Bytes treatment — mix one stopwatch for pressure, one cable tester for truth, and a generous splash of Russian vodka for courage. Because why not?