You don't have to buy a new computer to get Wi-Fi 7 speeds. There are external Wi-Fi dongles, such as the Asus RT-BE58 Go or Acer Wave D7, that you can plug into an available USB port to get Wi-Fi 7 ...

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 ...

Learn how ADSL provides high-speed internet over phone lines, its benefits over cable, and its widespread availability, ideal for both home and rural areas.

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 ...

Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is a writer, a text-based adventure connoisseur, a lover of terrible movies and an enthusiastic yet mediocre cook. A CNET editor from 2013 to 2024, Ry's ...

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 ...

Your mobile carrier may offer better access than the airport's Wi-Fi, according to tests by Ookla, but results will vary across airports.

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 ...

Trey Paul was a CNET senior editor covering broadband. His 20+ years of experience as a writer and editor include time at the broadband marketplace Allconnect, as well as working with clients like ...