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 ...

For most people, internet speeds are the defining factor when deciding between ISPs. However, what you see isn't what you get ...

Nowadays, when there is over-reliance on the internet for most work and leisure activities, internet speed is something nobody can compromise on. A slow Wi-Fi speed on a laptop can be frustrating when ...

We do almost everything online, from shopping to gaming to binge-watching our favorite shows. And internet speeds determine how fast we do all that. Speed is calculated in megabits per second (Mbps or ...

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 ...

If you know how internet speeds work, feel free to skip ahead. Internet (and network) throughput (that’s the proper term, but everyone calls it “speed”) is measured in bits per second. That’s how many ...

Slow internet can be a big drag, especially if you're working from home. It can result in poor picture quality, lag and dropped video calls. Although it's annoying to have to take time out of your day ...

If you're running your own VPN server, you're not limited to whatever a commercial VPN provider allows, but that doesn't mean you're immune to speed issues. You also have to worry about speeds back ...

You've probably had it happen to you before - you're trying to watch your favorite streaming show, and it won't load, or you're scrolling through Facebook, and none ...

Hallie Seltzer worked with CNET's broadband team, covering ISP reviews, provider comparisons and a little bit of everything related to home internet. She's a graduate of Rogers State University in ...

We all rely on our smartphones to send and receive personal or work emails. Yet often, we face the annoying problem of slow email download speeds. It can really slow us down and cause unnecessary ...