# \#devices

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## [Why is the internet working on one device but not another?](https://community.whatismyip.com/t/why-is-the-internet-working-on-one-device-but-not-another/155)

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**Author:** [@wimiadmin](https://community.whatismyip.com/u/wimiadmin)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 19, 2026, 3:09pm UTC](https://community.whatismyip.com/t/why-is-the-internet-working-on-one-device-but-not-another/155 "2026-10-19T15:09:05Z")

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When only one device is having trouble accessing the internet while other devices continue to work normally, the issue is often isolated to that specific device rather than the internet connection itself. Possible cause…

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## [Can someone remotely control my phone or computer without me knowing?](https://community.whatismyip.com/t/can-someone-remotely-control-my-phone-or-computer-without-me-knowing/176)

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**Author:** [@wimiadmin](https://community.whatismyip.com/u/wimiadmin)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 20, 2026, 12:29am UTC](https://community.whatismyip.com/t/can-someone-remotely-control-my-phone-or-computer-without-me-knowing/176 "2026-06-20T00:29:24Z")

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Many people wonder whether someone can remotely access or control their phone, tablet, or computer without their knowledge. While unauthorized remote access is possible in certain situations, it is generally far less co…

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## [What should I do if I think my device has been compromised?](https://community.whatismyip.com/t/what-should-i-do-if-i-think-my-device-has-been-compromised/175)

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**Author:** [@wimiadmin](https://community.whatismyip.com/u/wimiadmin)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 2:58pm UTC](https://community.whatismyip.com/t/what-should-i-do-if-i-think-my-device-has-been-compromised/175 "2026-06-11T14:58:28Z")

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Discovering unusual activity on a phone, tablet, or computer can be alarming. Whether you’ve noticed unexpected account activity, unfamiliar software, security warnings, or other suspicious behavior, it’s important to ap…

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## [What is a MAC address and what is it used for?](https://community.whatismyip.com/t/what-is-a-mac-address-and-what-is-it-used-for/69)

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**Author:** [@wimiadmin](https://community.whatismyip.com/u/wimiadmin)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 4, 2026, 2:18pm UTC](https://community.whatismyip.com/t/what-is-a-mac-address-and-what-is-it-used-for/69 "2026-06-04T14:18:17Z")

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A MAC address, short for Media Access Control address, is a unique identifier assigned to a network device. Unlike an IP address, which can change depending on the network you’re connected to, a MAC address is associate…