Category: FAQ

Does weather impact internet connection speeds?

by Peter Christiansen | Sep 18, 2023 | FAQ

Weather can negatively impact your internet connection in several ways, depending on what type of connection...

Best Internet Browsers for Security

by Kevin Parrish | Sep 6, 2023 | FAQ

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

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

by Kevin Parrish | Sep 6, 2023 | FAQ, Technology

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

Where Is the Best Place to Set Up Your Router?

by Peter Christiansen | Aug 4, 2023 | 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.

Is My Wi-Fi Slow Because of My Router or My ISP?

by Rebecca Lee Armstrong | Aug 3, 2023 | FAQ

Your Wi-Fi may be slow due to a number of reasons, including issues with your internet...

How to Check Your Internet Speed

by Peter Christiansen | Jun 29, 2023 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides

How do you know your speeds are accurate in all the different online speed tests? Our guide shows you how to get a speed you can trust.

How to Find Your IP Address

by Kevin Parrish | Jun 15, 2023 | FAQ, Technology

Internet providers generally assign one public IP address to each customer, and it's always assigned to...

How Much Speed Do I Need to Stream Music?

by Kevin Parrish | May 26, 2023 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides, Streaming Guides

You don’t need a lot of speed to stream music from the internet. You’ll sip just...

7 Ways to Secure Your Home Network

by Rebecca Lee Armstrong | May 24, 2023 | FAQ, How-To

Keep your internet connection safe with our guide on how to secure your router from hackers.

How to Pause Your Internet Service

by Peter Christiansen | May 23, 2023 | FAQ, Working Remotely Guides

When budgets are tight, internet service can be one of the easier obligations to put on...

How to Set Up Parental Controls on Your Router

by Kevin Parrish | May 19, 2023 | FAQ

Learn how to set up parental controls on routers made by ASUS, TP-Link, NETGEAR, and more.

How Does the Internet Work?

by Peter Christiansen | May 15, 2023 | FAQ, Technology

The internet is the backbone of modern global communication and works by transmitting information across a...