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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.

Best Password Managers
Best Password Managers of 2025

by | Dec 13, 2023 | Brand Guides

LastPass is our go-to solution for password management. It checks all the right boxes: desktop and mobile support, password sharing, file storage, family management, dark web monitoring, and more. See how we rate the rest.

Zyxel 12-port Ethernet switch
Best High-Speed Network Switches 2025

by and | Oct 16, 2023 | Equipment Guides, FAQ

We compare network switches to see which ones deliver the best speeds for your streaming, gaming, or other home networking needs.

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Wi-Fi 6 vs. Wi-Fi 6E: What’s the Difference?

by | Oct 10, 2023 | Technology

Wi-Fi 6E is the latest standard used in wireless devices and access points, but should you upgrade? We compare it to Wi-Fi 6 to see what makes it different.

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Wi-Fi 5 vs. Wi-Fi 6: Should You Upgrade?

by | Oct 10, 2023 | Technology

Wi-Fi 6 is a newer specification than Wi-Fi 5, but should you upgrade? We provide seven reasons why you should kick all your Wi-Fi 5 devices to the curb and upgrade everything to Wi-Fi 6. You won’t regret it.

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10 Wi-Fi Tips We Validate and Debunk

by | Sep 25, 2023 | Equipment Guides, Technology

You can find many Wi-Fi security and troubleshooting tips online, but do they work? We find out.

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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.

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...

Encalife portable Wifi extender
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.

8 Terrifying Security Flaws
How to Protect Your Wi-Fi Network

by | Aug 22, 2023 | How-To

We walk you through nine suggestions that should help make your Wi-Fi network safer to use.

Best Internet Browsers for Streaming

by | Jun 26, 2023 | Brand Guides

Best for Windows Microsoft Edge Free Streams 4K Netflix content Adds web apps Get Microsoft Edge...

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TP-Link Deco X50-PoE Review: One of the Fastest Mesh Systems We’ve Tested

by | Jun 22, 2023 | Equipment Guides, Product Reviews, Router Reviews

The Deco X50-PoE is great for business, but it’s a good choice for homes too if you’re willing to go the extra installation mile. We take a closer look.

How to set up home Wi-Fi network
How to Set Up a Mesh Network

by | Jun 16, 2023 | How-To, Technology

There’s more to setting up a mesh network than meets the eye.