In recent years, virtual private networks (VPNs) have gone from technically advanced programs that only IT pros use to consumer-friendly tools that the mainstream masses are familiar with. Many people ...

I've been testing SpaceX's satellite internet service since its early days. Here's how you can improve your Wi-Fi signal with a Starlink mesh node, step by step. (You might even be able to repurpose ...

For years, my family had a bundled package with Verizon Fios that included cable, VOIP and internet. But as my family’s watching habits turned to streaming, it was rare when we turned on the cable box ...

It’s not exactly a straightforward process, but the payoff is worth it. Here's how to achieve seamless whole-home VPN protection. I’ve been writing about technology since 2012, focusing on privacy.

A VPN-enabled router can provide online privacy for any device connected to it. But not all router models allow it. Joe Supan is a senior writer for CNET covering home technology, broadband, and ...

Setting up a router VPN takes a bit of effort but it's well worth it. We explain how to install a VPN on your router, what the advantages are, and how to choose the right provider for the job. If ...

When it comes to getting devices online, Wi-Fi is the gold standard. Millions of people use their laptops, TVs, gaming consoles, and smartphones with the wireless technology – and routers are the ...

The majority of U.S. homes have an internet connection, and it’s probably not a stretch to guess that the proportion that also has Wi-Fi is close to 100 percent. Anyone who lives in a populated area ...