Everyone needs internet to stay connected, but most people rely on technicians and their more tech-savvy friends and family to set things up. While there's no shame in that, having a basic ...

When everything's functioning properly, Wi-Fi tends to feel seamless, even invisible. It is, after all, just a framework for ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. If you’ve got a mesh Wi-Fi network set up in your home, you ...

Buying your own modem and router is a bit like investing in a piece of internet freedom. You get complete control, ...

When you sign a contract with an internet provider, they'll typically send you a modem and a router in the mail. But which is which? And how are they different? A modem and a router work in tandem ...

What’s the difference between a modem and a router? Getting the most out of your internet connection requires the right hardware, and deciding which components are right for your setup can be a little ...

Jim Rossman / TNS This week, a reader writes, "I’ve had AT&T internet service for quite some time and still have the original router and modem. Should I upgrade for security and performance reasons?

If your internet keeps lagging, buffering or dropping out, one of the quickest fixes is restarting your router. Restarting ...

This Wi-Fi 6 router has a slot for a 5G nano SIM and provides an alternative to signing up for a fixed-line broadband service ...

The Wi-Fi bands your router uses affect your speeds, but it's pretty easy to switch between channels. Most routers come with ...