Category: Internet Speed Guides

What Is a Good Internet Speed for Gaming?

by Peter Christiansen | Dec 20, 2023 | Brand Guides, Gaming, Internet Speed Guides

You don’t need a lot of speed to play games online or stream games to your devices. We examine what games and their associated networks require from an internet connection and explain how some external factors can disrupt your gameplay.

Best Modems for Gigabit Internet 2024

by Peter Holslin | Dec 20, 2023 | Equipment Guides, Internet Speed Guides

Top 3 Gigabit Modems:
#1: NETGEAR CM1000 – Best Overall
#2: ARRIS DOCSIS 3.1 SB8200 SURFboard – Most Ports
#3: Motorola MB8600 – Best Deal

Mbps vs. Gbps: Do You Need Gigabit Internet?

by Kevin Parrish | Dec 20, 2023 | FAQ, Gaming, Internet Speed Guides

Gigabit internet is a connection with speeds between 940–1,000 Mbps. But do you really need a connection that fast? We list the benefits of a gigabit connection and every plan with gigabit speeds and faster so you can decide.

7 Signs of a Hacked Router and How to Fix It

by Kevin Parrish | Dec 20, 2023 | How-To, Internet Speed Guides

See if you have a hacked router and learn how to safeguard your data and devices against future attacks.

Best Long-Range Routers for Extended Wi-Fi 2024

by Kevin Parrish | Dec 19, 2023 | Equipment Guides, Internet Speed Guides

We dodged traffic and stood across the street to see which router delivered good speeds.

The Best Web Browsers of 2024

by Kevin Parrish | Dec 19, 2023 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides, Streaming Guides

You need a web browser to surf the World Wide Web, but which one is the best? We ran the most popular web browsers through a series of tests to see which one is the fastest on Windows and MacOS.

Best Wi-Fi Extenders 2024

by Kevin Parrish | Dec 15, 2023 | Equipment Guides, Internet Speed Guides

Say goodbye to dead zones, as these top Wi-Fi extenders extend your wireless network into areas where your router simply can’t reach.

The Fastest Internet Providers in 2024

by Peter Holslin | Nov 2, 2023 | Brand Guides, Featured, Internet Speed Guides

The Internet Service Providers with the fastest high speed internet plans in the nation.

8 Reasons Why Your Internet is Slow (and How to Fix It)

by Rebecca Lee Armstrong | Oct 18, 2023 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides

Finally – your ultimate guide to fixing slow internet. Quick fixes, step-by-step help, common problems, factors that might effect speeds, and more.

Is 5G Good for Gaming?

by Austin Aguirre | Oct 17, 2023 | Internet Speed Guides, Technology

Does a 5G fixed-wireless internet connection have what it takes to power heavy online gaming?

Improve Your Wi-Fi Speed in 10 Simple Steps

by Rebecca Lee Armstrong | Oct 17, 2023 | Internet Speed Guides

In our world of instant connections, no one likes slow Wi-Fi. If your home network is acting sluggish, try these 10 simple steps to get faster Wi-Fi.

Bandwidth vs. Latency: What is the Difference?

by Kevin Parrish | Oct 16, 2023 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides

The terms “bandwidth” and “latency” are always associated with speed. But what do they mean and how to they affect speed? We explain the difference.