by jamie | Nov 15, 2025 | Blog
Cloud computing has moved from a technical niche to the invisible backbone of modern business and sophisticated smart homes. But what does it actually look like in practice? Far from being an abstract concept, the cloud is the engine behind everything from your...
by jamie | Nov 14, 2025 | Blog
Ever wondered what happens in the split second between typing a website address into your browser and the page appearing? It feels like magic, but it’s all down to an incredible system called the Domain Name System, or DNS. Think of it as the internet’s ultimate...
by jamie | Nov 13, 2025 | Blog
Before we touch a single cable, the first step in any professional installation is to create a detailed visual plan—a network diagram. This blueprint shows every device—routers, PoE switches, Wi-Fi access points, CCTV cameras—and exactly how they connect and...
by jamie | Nov 11, 2025 | Blog
Think of a managed network switch as the unsung hero of a truly high-performance network. For the advanced smart home and business systems we design at MTL Smart Solutions, it’s the intelligent traffic controller, the central command, and the brain of the entire...
by jamie | Nov 10, 2025 | Blog
When laying the groundwork for a high-performance network, the Cat6 vs Cat7 Ethernet cable debate is one you'll inevitably encounter. As experts in network infrastructure and smart home technology, let us cut straight to the chase: for almost every high-end...
by jamie | Nov 9, 2025 | Blog
Let's address the primary question immediately: ‘Do I need an Amazon Fire Stick subscription?’ The straightforward answer from our experts is no, you do not. Think of the Fire Stick as a high-performance key to unlock a world of digital entertainment. It is a...