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Category: Equipment Guides

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How to Set Up T-Mobile 5G Home Internet

by | Mar 14, 2025 | Brand Guides, Equipment Guides

In this guide, we’ll take a look at the nitty-gritty of the AT&T installation process, how to decide if self-installation is right for you, and whether you should rent or buy your equipment. And if you already know what info you’re looking for, use the quick links below to jump right to it.

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How to Share Your Wi-Fi Password From Your Phone

by | Mar 7, 2025 | Equipment Guides, How-To, Technology

You don’t need to text, write down, or blurt out your Wi-Fi password to friends and...

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How to Use Apple’s Parental Controls on iPhone, iPad, and Mac

by | Mar 4, 2025 | Equipment Guides, How-To, Parental Controls

Apple provides built-in parental controls to help keep your kids safe online and offline when using an iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Here’s how to use these tools.

Setting up a router
Should You Rent or Buy Your Modem and Router?

by | Mar 3, 2025 | Equipment Guides, How-To

Rent a modem or router (or both) from your internet provider if you want upgrades, replacements,...

How to set up home Wi-Fi network
How to Get Home Internet on Your Wi-Fi Devices

by | Feb 28, 2025 | Equipment Guides, FAQ, Technology

Have all your equipment but don’t know where to start? Our guide walks you through the setup.

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How Important Is My Wireless Router to My Internet Speed?

by | Feb 26, 2025 | Equipment Guides, FAQ, Internet Speed Guides

A router can’t change your internet speed, but it can make connections run slow. Find out why.

Best Internet for Seniors
Best Internet Plans and Discounts for Seniors

by | Feb 24, 2025 | Brand Guides, Equipment Guides

Many providers offer discounts on internet for senior citizens. Read more about internet plans and discounts for senior citizens.

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Kinetic Internet Self-Installation Guide

by | Feb 18, 2025 | Brand Guides, Equipment Guides

This ISP provides internet service via DSL, which makes the self-installation process relatively easy. DSL service runs on existing phone lines, meaning all you need to do to get internet service is sign up with Windstream and connect a modem or modem-router to a phone jack. Once you run through the installation steps, you’ll be ready in no time to pin, purchase, and tweet to your heart’s content.

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NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S Review

by | Feb 14, 2025 | Equipment Guides, Product Reviews, Router Reviews

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

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NETGEAR Orbi RBK853 Review

by | Feb 14, 2025 | Equipment Guides, Router Reviews

The Orbi RBK853 is an expensive mesh system but delivers based on our tests. We dig in deep.

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NETGEAR R6700AX Review

by | Feb 14, 2025 | Equipment Guides, Product Reviews, Router Reviews

The R6700AX is a decent pick if you’re on a budget, but don’t expect lots of performance. We dive into the R7600AX to see if it’s the right budget-oriented router for your small family or apartment.

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Zyxel WAX640S-6E Review

by | Feb 14, 2025 | Equipment Guides, Product Reviews, Router Reviews

The Zyxel WAX640S-6E targets business and enterprise networks. We run it through our tests.