If you’ve ever tracked your heart rate while working out, you’ve participated in the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT). And if you or a loved one has diabetes or a heart condition, the ability to...
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Understanding your Internet speed test results
How do you know if your internet connection is delivering the speeds you need for gaming, streaming, and working? Internet speed test results can indicate whether that missed shot in Fortnite was...
Speed need quiz: How much internet speed do I need?
We want everything fast—including our internet. We rely on it for work, play, and to stay informed and connected. As technology progresses, we’ll need more reliable, faster internet to keep pace...
What games use the most bandwidth?
A guide to the most popular online games and how much bandwidth they use Gamers, start your engines: the ultimate guide to fast gaming The 12th man: a gamer’s secret weapon When you jump into your...
Turn your home into a smart home with fiber internet
Our fascination with science fiction — from Ray Bradbury’s fully automated Happylife Home in his short story, “The Veldt,” to cartoon classics like Futurama and The Jetsons — has long ignited our...
Internet speed for streaming tv and movies: how much do you need?
In simple terms, the higher the numbers, the better the image resolution and the more internet speed required for streaming. The lowest quality images you’ll typically encounter are 480p resolution,...
Food, shelter, and fiber: Internet for college students moving off campus
For college students living on campus, internet speed is an afterthought. Universities invest in lightning-fast internet for students to keep up with thousands of young people studying, streaming,...
WiFi modem vs. router: What’s the difference?
Are you setting up a new internet connection or upgrading your equipment to take advantage of those incredible gigabit internet speeds you’ve heard about? You’ll typically be looking at two common...
How to check if someone is stealing your bandwidth
Your WiFi connection is yours, and you shouldn’t have to worry about neighbors, strangers, or hackers tapping into it. To help keep others from accessing your internet connection, you need to...
Online shopping safety basics
Shopping online offers many advantages, especially if your local store runs out of your favorite item. It’s a convenient choice if you want your purchases delivered straight to your door. But online...