Routers & WiFi

Fiber-optic technology creates ultra-fast internet, gaming, and streaming, but only if you can control it. Learn the best ways to configure and optimize your fiber-optic network for peak performance.

Speed need quiz: How much internet speed do I need?

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…

How to make a QR code for your WiFi Password

How to make a QR code for your WiFi Password

We all know how annoying it is to type super long passwords just to log in to your own WiFi. Even worse—hearing your friends and family complain about how complicated your passwords are. After all,…

What games use the most bandwidth?

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…

WiFi modem vs. router: What’s the difference?

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

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…

WiFi 7: the future of WiFi

WiFi 7: the future of WiFi

While streaming your favorite show, video chatting, or working from your home office, you probably aren’t thinking about what version of WiFi you’re using—as long as it’s dependable and fast. But if…

What is WiFi Calling?

What is WiFi Calling?

No one likes to think about the worst-case scenario, but imagine this. Your flight home from a business trip is canceled. You’re stuck in an airport where you don’t have cell service, and the line…

What is a WiFi hotspot?

What is a WiFi hotspot?

Have you ever gone to a coffee shop or library and logged into their public WiFi? If so, you’ve probably used a WiFi hotspot! In fact, 53% of people have connected to the WiFi at a café or…

WiFi extender vs mesh network

WiFi extender vs mesh network

Do you find your internet works fine in one part of your house, but lags or cuts out when you move to another area? WiFi extenders and mesh networks help to solve issues like spotty coverage and…