Category: Internet Speed Guides

Best Internet for Gaming—Less Lag, More DoTs!

by Catherine McNally | Dec 6, 2019 | Gaming, Internet Speed Guides

Jump to: Detailed comparison | Verizon | RCN | Grande Communications | Xfinity | AT&T | Runners-up...

How Much Speed You Need for Online Gaming

by John Dilley | Oct 25, 2019 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides, Streaming Guides

The internet speed requirements you need for:

Xbox One
PlayStation 4
Nintendo Switch
Nintendo Wii U
Online gaming on a PC/Mac
| Test your current internet speed
Lag time/latency
Wi-Fi needs

The 5 Best Wi-Fi Routers for Streaming

by Dave Schafer | Oct 11, 2019 | Equipment Guides, Internet Speed Guides, Streaming Guides

These five routers are the fastest, most feature-packed consumer routers on the market today, that will easily handle 4K streaming:
NETGEAR Nighthawk X10
TP-Link Talon AD7200
TRENDnet AC3200 Gigabit Tri-Band Wi-Fi
ASUS AC5300 Wi-Fi Tri-band Gigabit Wireless Router
TP-Link Archer AC1750 Smart Wi-Fi Router

Your Guide to Small-Business Internet

by Catherine McNally | Jun 27, 2019 | Brand Guides, Internet Speed Guides

It’s time for your business internet to hustle just as much as you do. Jump to: Detailed...

The Fastest Internet Providers 2019

by Catherine McNally | Feb 15, 2019 | Brand Guides, Featured, Internet Speed Guides

The Internet Service Providers with the fastest high speed internet plans in the nation.

2019’s Best Long-Range Routers

by John Dilley | Dec 28, 2018 | Equipment Guides, Internet Speed Guides

These powerful long-range routers and mesh networking systems will flood your entire home with reliable connectivity and Wi-Fi.

Best Wi-Fi Extenders: Resurrect Your Dead Zones

by Catherine McNally | Dec 24, 2018 | Equipment Guides, Internet Speed Guides

These top Wi-Fi extenders will amplify the Wi-Fi signal or disperse it throughout your entire home. Say goodbye to dead zones.

The Consumers Guide to Internet Speed

by John Dilley | Dec 13, 2018 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides

Everything you need to know about internet speed. Cable vs DSL vs Satellite vs Fiber. Latency. How much internet speed do you need? Wi-Fi and home networking. Routers and modems. Is your internet speed fast enough?

Why does my internet slow down at night?

by John Dilley | Jun 4, 2018 | FAQ, Featured, Internet Speed Guides

Nightly traffic on your ISP’s network may cause a data backup in your modem or router, which slows down your home Wi-Fi network. Another possible explanation is that your household may be attempting to use more data than your equipment can handle.

The 7 Best US Airlines for In-Flight Wi-Fi in 2018

by John Dilley | Mar 14, 2018 | Industry Exclusive/Entertainment, Internet Speed Guides

We compared speeds, availability and price to bring you exclusive rankings of in-flight Wi-Fi of airlines on the US.

How Can I Tell If My Internet Is Being Throttled by My ISP?

by John Dilley | Mar 14, 2018 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides

Find out how to tell if your internet is being throttled, other reasons your internet speed slows down, and what to do if you’re being throttled by your ISP.

The Fastest Routers for Gigabit Internet

by Dave Schafer | Feb 14, 2018 | Equipment Guides, Internet Speed Guides

If you want gigabit Wi-Fi, you need a router that can support it. It turns out nearly every modern router can handle gigabit speeds—we’re just waiting for the ISPs to catch up and provide gigabit service. There are a lot of gigabit routers out there, though. To make your life easier, we’ve rounded up the best of the best.