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Practical tips for keeping your TV, security and connectivity rock-solid on a tough coast.

Why salt air is the enemy of your satellite setup
Maintenance

Why salt air is the enemy of your satellite setup

The same sea breeze that makes Gansbaai beautiful is quietly eating your dish, cables and connectors. Here's what to watch for — and how…

12 Jun 2026·5 min read
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Explora vs Ultra: which decoder is right for your home?
Guides

Explora vs Ultra: which decoder is right for your home?

Two great boxes, two different homes. A plain-language guide to choosing between the DStv Explora and the newer DStv Ultra.

3 Jun 2026·4 min read
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5 signs your dish needs realigning after a storm
Troubleshooting

5 signs your dish needs realigning after a storm

A big blow can knock your signal just enough to ruin movie night. Here are five tell-tale signs your dish has drifted — and…

24 May 2026·4 min read
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Setting up DStv & WiFi in your Gansbaai guesthouse or holiday let
For business

Setting up DStv & WiFi in your Gansbaai guesthouse or holiday let

Guests expect great TV and WiFi. Here's how to set up your let so it impresses — and so faults never ruin a booking.

15 May 2026·4 min read
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What to do when your signal drops in bad weather
Troubleshooting

What to do when your signal drops in bad weather

A storm rolls in and the picture freezes. Before you panic, here's what's usually going on — and the quick checks worth trying first.

2 May 2026·4 min read
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CCTV for an empty holiday home on the Overberg coast
Security

CCTV for an empty holiday home on the Overberg coast

Half the houses on this coast stand empty for weeks. Here's what actually matters when choosing cameras to keep an eye on yours.

20 Apr 2026·4 min read
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Beating WiFi dead spots in a thick-walled coastal home
Connectivity

Beating WiFi dead spots in a thick-walled coastal home

One router in the lounge rarely covers a solid coastal house — especially upstairs and out on the stoep. Here's how to get full…

8 Apr 2026·4 min read
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