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Kevin Parrish

Kevin Parrish has more than a decade of experience working as a writer, editor, and product tester. He began writing about computer hardware and soon branched out to other devices and services such as networking equipment, phones and tablets, game consoles, and other internet-connected devices. His work has appeared in Tom’s Hardware, Tom's Guide, Maximum PC, Digital Trends, Android Authority, How-To Geek, Lifewire, and others. At HighSpeedInternet.com, he focuses on network equipment testing and review.

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Xumo Stream Box Review

by | Sep 19, 2023 | Equipment Guides, Product Reviews

The Xumo Stream Box is a new media streamer provided by Spectrum and Xfinity. We take a look.

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How to Set Up a Home Wi-Fi Network

by and | Sep 11, 2023 | Equipment Guides, FAQ, Technology

Setting up Wi-Fi in your home or office is easier than you may think. All you...

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Best Modem Router Combos for Superfast Connections 2023

by and | Sep 11, 2023 | Equipment Guides, Featured

Wireless gateways are super convenient as they combine a modem with a wireless router into a single unit. But what’s the best one? We take a look and list the best modem/router combos for DSL and cable internet.

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Best Wi-Fi Extenders 2023

by | Sep 11, 2023 | Equipment Guides, Internet Speed Guides

Say goodbye to dead zones, as these top Wi-Fi extenders extend your wireless network into areas where your router simply can’t reach.

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Improve Your Wi-Fi Speed in 10 Simple Steps

by , , and | Sep 8, 2023 | Internet Speed Guides

In our world of instant connections, no one likes slow Wi-Fi. If your home network is acting sluggish, try these 10 simple steps to get faster Wi-Fi.

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What Is a Good Internet Speed for Gaming?

by and | Sep 8, 2023 | Brand Guides, Gaming, Internet Speed Guides

You don’t need a lot of speed to play games online or stream games to your devices. We examine what games and their associated networks require from an internet connection and explain how some external factors can disrupt your gameplay.

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Should You Rent or Buy Your Modem and Router?

by | Sep 7, 2023 | Equipment Guides, How-To

Rent a modem or router (or both) from your internet provider if you want upgrades, replacements,...

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The 6 Best Apps for Making Internet Calls 2023

by | Sep 7, 2023 | FAQ, How-To

Google Voice is the best service for calling landlines and mobile phone numbers from the internet—especially...

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Best Internet Browsers for Security

by | Sep 6, 2023 | FAQ

Which web browsers offer the best features for staying safe online? We compare six browsers.

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8 Terrifying Security Flaws

8 Terrifying Security Flaws in Your Wi-Fi—And How to Fix Them

by | Sep 6, 2023 | FAQ, Technology

All wireless devices encrypt their connections by default. Well, usually. Some public Wi-Fi networks may not...

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Encalife Portable Wifi Extender Review

by | Sep 5, 2023 | Equipment Guides, Product Reviews

The Encalife Portable Wifi Extender is good for guests and IoT devices. We test its speeds.

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TP-Link Archer AXE75 router

TP-Link Archer AXE75 Review

by | Sep 5, 2023 | Equipment Guides, Product Reviews

The AXE75 is a good upgrade from Wi-Fi 5, but is it the right router for you? We find out.

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