Most people use the word “Wi‑Fi” when they really mean “internet,” and that mix‑up quietly shapes how we shop for service, troubleshoot outages, and even argue with our providers. The real split is ...

One type of electronic device to especially avoid is the microwave, which emits a strong signal in the 2.4GHz band, the same wireless band your router operates in. Be careful not to stick your router ...

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If you're expecting houseguests over the next few weeks, make sure you're ready for higher-than-usual traffic. Follow these steps to prepare your wireless network.

Spotty Wi-Fi can make even simple tasks feel harder than they should. If you’ve ever had a video call freeze in one room or watched a stream buffer in another, a mesh Wi-Fi system can fix those ...

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It’s a little more expensive than a conventional router, but the TP-Link Travel Router is one of the few that can actually join you on your travels. It also provides versatile connectivity features ...

Fiber and 5G internet have different advantages; here's what you need to know about each, and how to pick the best option for your home.

These days, your wireless router is not just your lifeline to the internet, but also to your job. We've hand-tested the top routers so you can find the right fit to build a snappy home Wi-Fi network.

The sale of TP-Link routers and mesh systems may soon be banned in the US. Here's why we're not pulling our TP-Link recommendations (yet), and what you can do to keep your Wi-Fi network safe. I’m the ...

TP-Link routers, mesh systems, and range extenders consistently top our recommendation lists as some of the best-value networking products available. But the US is moving closer to halting the sale of ...