Read This Before You Buy Your Next Cable Modem
If you’re considering buying a cable modem to save on rental fees, get better performance, or both, we’d encourage you to read this list of tips first for the smoothest experience.
Comcast’s Xfinity 10G Network: What Exactly Is It?
There’s a good chance you’ve come across advertising for Comcast’s “new Xfinity 10G network” at this point and wondered what exactly “10G” means. You’re certainly not alone. Here’s what you need to know….
DOCSIS 3.0 vs. DOCSIS 3.1: Which Is Better?
You’re shopping for a cable modem, and you come across DOCSIS 3.0 and DOCSIS 3.1 modems at very different price points. But is a higher version number (and price tag) automatically better? Here’s what you need to know….
Stop Renting Your Cable Modem, You’re Getting Ripped Off
If you’re paying to rent your cable modem, you’ll end up throwing thousands of dollars away over the years. Here’s a breakdown of how fast buying a cable modem will pay for itself and how much you’ll save….
How Many People in the US Are Still Using Dial-Up Internet?
There’s a good chance it’s been a long time since you’ve heard the sound of a dial-up modem negotiating a connection (and some of you may not be old enough to have ever heard it). But for a surprising number of Americans, the…
What Is DOCSIS 4.0 (And When Will It Be Available?)
Do you have a cable modem? It’s using DOCSIS. If you’re curious when you’ll have faster cable internet thanks to DOCSIS 4.0—and when you’ll need to upgrade your cable modem—here’s what to expect and when….
What Are Cable Modem Channels (And How Many Do You Need?)
If you’re shopping for a cable modem, you’ll come across the term “channels” paired with number designations like 16×4 or 24×8. What that means isn’t immediately apparent, but it has a big impact on your internet connection s…
What Is DOCSIS, and Why Does It Matter When Modem Shopping?
Whether you’re shopping for a modem to avoid ISP fees or just curious about the modem your ISP gave you, here’s what you need to know about DOCSIS and its impact on your internet speed and performance….
Don’t Overlook These 10 Useful Wi-Fi Router Features
It’s all too easy to get a new Wi-Fi router, spend a few minutes doing some basic setup, and then ignore it until it’s so old and slow you’re forced to upgrade. Here are some settings and features you should take advantage of…
8 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Wi-Fi Router
Buying a Wi-Fi router, like purchasing a new smartphone, computer, or other sophisticated devices, goes much smoother if you know what to look for and avoid. Here are some common mistakes you don’t want to make when shopping …
13 Things You Should Do After Plugging In Your New Router
You just plugged in your new Wi-Fi router. Now what? It’s a perfect time to set things up with best practices right from the start and get the most out of your faster, better, and up-to-date hardware.
How to Place Mesh Router Nodes for Optimal Coverage
You bought a mesh system to improve your home’s Wi-Fi situation, so let’s make sure the router and nodes are positioned optimally to give you the best experience. Here’s how to place your mesh nodes for the best speeds and co…
6 Tricks That Won’t Secure Your Wi-Fi (And 6 That Will)
Like anything related to computer and network security, quite a few oft-repeated Wi-Fi security tricks don’t help at all. Here are the tips and tricks you should avoid and an equal number you should be sure to use….
Why Internet Speed Tests Don’t Really Matter (and What Does)
Running a speed test on your home internet connection (and getting great results) is important, right? Not so fast. Sure, a flashy test result is great. But it doesn’t matter that much. Here’s what does….
How Often Should You Upgrade Your Wi-Fi Router?
Nobody likes wasting money, and it’s easy to ignore your home’s Wi-Fi router right up until it dies of old age. But there are many good reasons you should upgrade your router before then. Let’s look at them and how often you …
6 Signs It’s Time to Upgrade Your Wi-Fi Router
It’s easy to treat your Wi-Fi router like an appliance, just running it like an old fridge until it eventually dies and you’re forced to replace it. Here are some key signs that your router is due for an upgrade (and why you …
Why You Need a New Router, Even on a Slow Internet Connection
If your home internet is pretty slow, you might think it doesn’t matter if you have a dusty old router without the latest bells and whistles. Here’s why you should give serious consideration to upgrading….
8 Reasons You Should Replace Your ISP’s Wi-Fi Router
Your ISP likely supplied you with a modem, Wi-Fi router, or both when you signed up for service. Here’s why you might want to return your ISP’s gear and use your own Wi-Fi router and modem instead.
10 Ways to Improve Your Wi-Fi Without Buying Anything
Cruddy Wi-Fi performance is frustrating, but so is spending money when you could improve your Wi-Fi without spending a dime. Here are ten tips to improve your Wi-Fi for free, plus three bonus tips for people with more room in…
You Probably Don’t Need Gigabit Internet, So Skip It and Save
Gigabit internet has become a gold standard regarding broadband adoption and determining whether or not your location has “good” internet access. But it’s overhyped, you probably don’t need it, and you can save hundreds of do…
You Can Now Buy Wyze’s Fast Mesh Router, but There’s a Catch
Wyze, the smart home come company, revealed its first Wi-Fi mesh routers last year. The entry-level Wyze Router already arrived, and now the higher-end model is available for purchase — but there’s a catch….
How to Change Your IP Address
Changing your IP address is a simple fix for a number of networking issues. However, there’s more than one way to cook that particular egg. So let’s go over your options for getting a new IP address, and why you’d choose one …
MSI’s New Wi-Fi 6E Router Can Reach 6600 Mbps
Many of the best Wi-Fi routers already support Wi-Fi 6E, from the Google Nest Wifi Pro to Amazon’s Eero Pro 6E. MSI, best known for its gaming hardware and accessories, has now revealed its first Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E routers….
10 Ways You’re Making Your Wi-Fi Network Vulnerable to Attack
Securing your Wi-Fi network isn’t super hard, but you do have to take a moment or two to do it. Here are some common mistakes people make so you can avoid them, secure your network, and get back to enjoying the internet stres…
What Is Wi-Fi, and How Does It Work?
Wi-Fi has become one of the most popular technologies. Most of us use it to access the internet. But what does connecting to Wi-Fi mean, what does Wi-Fi stand for, and how does it work? Here’s everything you need to know….
