There's a rapidly-expanding section of the home electronics market which revolves around "devices". The reason for the parentheses is that it's difficult to know how to label these gadgets, because ...

At first glance, the idea that unplugging a router can magically speed up your internet feels like one of those old-school tech myths, like blowing into a Nintendo cartridge. But there's real tech ...

Updating your Wi-Fi router’s firmware can be tedious, but it helps keep your data secure from hackers. Here’s how to make the process less stressful. Joe Supan is a senior writer for CNET covering ...

Virtual Private Network or VPNs shortly improves the digital security of the user by encrypting the traffic that moves on the network. Generally, you sign up for a VPN and install their program on ...

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Two years after initially getting Starlink internet for my home in rural Idaho, I jumped at the chance to upgrade to the newest equipment, the Dish V4 and Gen 3 Wi-Fi router ($499.99). And why ...

The TV may be the heart of the living room, but the best Wi-Fi routers enhance the brains of your whole home, making sure everything operates together in harmony. Without a proper, functional router ...

If you receive a message Windows can’t get the Network Settings from the router when using the Printer, Wi-Fi, Mobile Hotspot, WiFi Speakers, etc, on your Windows 11/10 computer, perhaps something ...

One of the most underrated (and often overlooked) features of modern routers is the USB port, but it's not just a design quirk. That little slot can unlock a surprising range of possibilities. Gone ...

If you’re looking to cut down on your utility bills, investing in your own internet modem and router is often a surefire way to save money. They might seem like an expensive luxury, but once you buy ...