Choosing IoT Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, LoRaWAN, Cellular and Ethernet
A practical guide to matching IoT connectivity options to range, power, data volume and coverage needs, with a comparison of common technologies.
Smart Home & Industrial IoT
IoT Networking & Connectivity
IoT Networking & Connectivity guides, comparisons and explainers from IoTNestly.
DHCP Reservations and DNS for IoT Devices: Stop Chasing Changing IP Addresses
How to give smart devices stable addresses with DHCP reservations, plan an address range, and use names instead of numbers to keep automations working.
Planning Mesh Coverage for Battery Sensors: Zigbee, Thread, and Router Nodes
How mesh networks for low-power sensors really work, why mains-powered routers matter, and how to lay out devices so coverage stays reliable.
How to Separate IoT Devices From Your Main Home Network
Step-by-step guidance on isolating smart devices with a guest network or VLAN, including firewall rules, casting and local control considerations.