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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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NETGEAR Orbi 970 Review

by | Jan 14, 2026 | Equipment Guides, Product Reviews, Router Reviews

The Orbi 970 is the fastest mesh system we’ve tested, but is it worth the money? We find out.

TP-Link Archer BE230 Review

by | Jan 14, 2026 | Router Reviews

The Archer BE230 is chock-full of goodness, from the improved speeds to all the features.

NETGEAR Nighthawk RS200 Review
NETGEAR Nighthawk RS200 Review

by | Jan 14, 2026 | Router Reviews

NETGEAR’s Nighthawk RS200 is a more affordable version of the RS700S, but is it right for you?

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NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S Review

by | Jan 14, 2026 | Equipment Guides, Product Reviews, Router Reviews

The Netgear RS700S is our first Wi-Fi 7 router. We tested its speeds using three devices.

Fiber versus Cable
Cable vs. Fiber: Which One Is Better?

by | Jan 13, 2026 | Tech Comparisons (Versus)

Both fiber and cable internet are common types of broadband internet, but which connection is right for you?

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Xumo Stream Box Review

by | Jan 13, 2026 | 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 Get Low-Income Internet through Optimum

by and | Jan 13, 2026 | Brand Guides, FAQ, Low-Income

Optimum Advantage Internet is designed for low-income households. Find out if you qualify.

Optimum versus Verizon
Optimum vs. Verizon: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by | Jan 12, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

While Optimum has slightly cheaper plans and better satisfaction from its customers, it ultimately falls short of delivering the same quality and coverage that Verizon Fios plans can. If you’re trying to shave a few bucks a month off your bills, you can pick up Optimum and at worst cancel easily if you don’t like what you get, but we think Verizon Fios is the provider you’ll want to be with for the long haul.

Verizon versus Astound
Verizon vs. Astound: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by | Jan 12, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

See how Verizon compares to Astound in our comprehensive review. Compare Verizon Fios internet plans with Astound internet plans and packages.

Verizon versus Spectrum
Verizon vs. Spectrum: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by | Jan 12, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

If you live in an area where Verizon Fios is available, we recommend it thanks to its fast upload and download speeds. While gamers will prefer Verizon Fios, Spectrum’s 100 Mbps plan is a cost-effective choice for avid video streamers.

Bits and Bytes
Megabytes, Megabits, Gbps & TB: What you need to know

by and | Jan 8, 2026 | FAQ, Technology

Confused about megabits and megabytes? We’ll explain what the difference is so you can keep them straight when it really counts.

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Where Is the Best Place to Set Up Your Router?

by and | Jan 6, 2026 | FAQ, Technology

If you still find spots in your house where you don’t get internet, you may need to move your router. Here’s where you should place it.