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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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Best Wi-Fi 6 Routers for 2026: The Best We’ve Tested to Date

by | Dec 11, 2025 | Best Routers

Wi-Fi 6 isn’t the latest, but it’s now the most-used spec on routers and gateways to deliver better speeds and capacity than the Wi-Fi 5. We list the best Wi-Fi 6 routers you can get right now if you’re ready for an upgrade.

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Best Powerline Network Adapters 2026

by | Dec 11, 2025 | Equipment Guides

Most powerline network adapters on the market look the same and have many of the same features, so how do you choose? We’ve done the research for you.

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Best Mesh Wi-Fi Systems and Routers 2025

by | Dec 11, 2025 | Best Routers

Mesh Wi-Fi systems and routers are ideal for whole-home coverage but don’t always deliver better speeds. We dive in and list the best systems and routers so you can decide what’s best for your home or office.

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The Best Web Browsers of 2026

by | Dec 11, 2025 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides, Streaming Guides

You need a web browser to surf the World Wide Web, but which one is the best? We ran the most popular web browsers through a series of tests to see which one is the fastest on Windows and MacOS.

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How To Log In to Your Router

by | Dec 9, 2025 | Equipment Guides, FAQ

Here’s how to log in to your router to change your Wi-Fi password or network name, or to access other Wi-Fi network settings.

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Why Your Modem and Router Lights Are Blinking

by , , and | Dec 8, 2025 | Equipment Guides

Learn what all those lights on your modem and router actually mean and how you can use them.

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The 6 Best Apps for Making Internet Calls in 2026

by and | Dec 5, 2025 | FAQ, How-To

You don't need a landline or even a mobile phone number to make phone calls anymore—we...

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The Best Ethernet Cables of 2026

by | Dec 4, 2025 | Equipment Guides, Gaming, Internet Speed Guides

Ethernet cables are a major part of your home network. You need at least one to connect your router to your modem or fiber ONT. We list the best Ethernet cables available today so you can safeguard your speeds against possible wired slowdowns.

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5 Reasons Why Your Internet Keeps Disconnecting and How You Can Fix It

by and | Dec 3, 2025 | Home Networking, How-To

A broadband tech’s guide to fixing a finicky internet connection.

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Increase Your Internet Speed Using Your Router’s Wi-Fi Channels

by | Dec 3, 2025 | Brand Guides

Improve your Wi-Fi speeds and connection quality by choosing the best Wi-Fi channel for your router.

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How to Connect Your Computer to Your Router with a Wired Connection

by | Dec 3, 2025 | FAQ

If you’re setting up your own router or trying to fix an issue with your network, there’s a lot to learn about what cables you’ll need and how to use them.

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Improve Your Wi-Fi Speed in 10 Simple Steps

by | Dec 2, 2025 | Internet Speed Guides

If your home network is acting sluggish, try these 10 simple steps to get faster Wi-Fi.