Equipment Guides Archives

Zyxel NWA90AX Pro Review

by Kevin Parrish | Dec 20, 2023 | Equipment Guides, Product Reviews

Zyxel’s NWA90AX Pro is a great AP for any office wanting multi-gig Wi-Fi. We test its speeds.

Best Firewall Routers

by Dave Schafer | Dec 20, 2023 | Equipment Guides

Best overall NETGEAR Nighthawk X10 Price: $303.11 7,200 Max throughput 6 Ethernet ports View on Amazon...

Best Powerline Network Adapters 2024

by Kevin Parrish | Dec 20, 2023 | Equipment Guides

Most powerline network adapters on the market look the same and have many of the same features, so how do you choose? We’ve done the research for you.

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

Best Mesh Wi-Fi Systems and Routers 2024

by Kevin Parrish | Dec 20, 2023 | Equipment Guides

Mesh Wi-Fi systems and routers are ideal for whole-home coverage but don’t always deliver better speeds. We dive in and list the best systems and routers so you can decide what’s best for your home or office.

Best Cable Modems 2024

by Kevin Parrish | Dec 20, 2023 | Equipment Guides

Stop paying equipment rental fees with these pro picks for cable internet.

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 Gaming Routers in 2024

by Kevin Parrish | Dec 15, 2023 | Equipment Guides, FAQ

Gamers don’t have time for lag or jitter. Gamers have better things to do than fall behind the competition because their router can’t keep up. We tested over a dozen routers to see which ones can best handle your elite online gameplay. Pew pew.

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.

What’s the Difference Between a Modem and a Router?

by Kate Sowinski | Dec 8, 2023 | Equipment Guides

A modem is a device that connects your home network to the internet. A router connects your computers, phones, tablets, etc., to the internet and to each other.