How Can I Tell If My ISP Is Throttling My Internet?

by Kevin Parrish | Oct 13, 2023 | 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.

Hulu with Live TV vs. PlayStation Vue

by Dave Schafer | Oct 13, 2023 | Provider Comparisons (Versus), Streaming Guides

Hulu with Live TV brings the originals, but does it beat out PlayStation Vue’s live channels?...

Ethernet vs. Wi-Fi: Is It Really Better to Go Wireless?

by Kevin Parrish | Oct 13, 2023 | Equipment Guides, Gaming

Wi-Fi is great to have. It's convenient, clutter-free, and available nearly everywhere you go. But it’s...

How to Switch Internet Service Providers with Less Hassle

by Austin Aguirre | Oct 12, 2023 | Brand Guides, FAQ

Step 1: Understand your internet needs and why you want to switch services
Step 2: Find the costs of canceling your current internet service
Step 3: Find the other Internet Service Providers in your area
Step 4: Pick a provider that matches your needs
Step 5: Call your current ISP
Step 6: Order your new service and schedule an installation date
Step 7: Cancel your old internet service

Optimum vs. CenturyLink

by Erin Feldman | Oct 12, 2023 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Choose Suddenlink for transparent billing practices. Choose CenturyLink High-Speed Internet for smooth installation and setup. Choose CenturyLink 1-Gig for reliable connectivity.

Mesh Router vs. Wi-Fi Extender: Which Is Right for You?

by Kevin Parrish | Oct 12, 2023 | Technology

Everyone wants whole-home coverage, but what’s the best solution? Should you buy a mesh Wi-Fi system or add an extender to your existing router? We compare the two so you can decide what’s best for your home networking needs.

Your Ultimate Guide to Internet Speed: Everything You Need to Know

by Peter Holslin | Oct 11, 2023 | 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?

DSL vs. Cable: Which Is Right for You?

by Peter Holslin | Oct 11, 2023 | FAQ, Provider Comparisons (Versus)

DSL 3 Mbps–115 Mbps About $20–$70/mo. Prices locked for 1–2 yrs. View DSL Providers Cable 10...

How Do T-Mobile’s Layoffs Affect My Internet and Phone Service?

by Peter Holslin | Oct 10, 2023 | Brand Guides

T-Mobile recently announced layoffs of 7% of its total staff. AT&T and Verizon have laid off workers in 2023 as well. Read on to learn how these job cuts can impact your internet and phone service.

How to Find Free Public Wi-Fi Hotspots

by Peter Holslin and Dave Schafer | Oct 10, 2023 | FAQ, Featured, Technology

It’s hard to get anything done in today’s world without an internet connection. Fortunately, free public Wi-Fi has been popping up all over the country, saving us all from draining our data plans. Known as hotspots, these helpful connections make getting Wi-Fi access on the go easy. But how exactly does a hotspot work? And how can you find one near you?

Max vs. Netflix

by Dave Schafer and Rebecca Lee Armstrong | Oct 10, 2023 | Provider Comparisons (Versus), Streaming Guides

Max or Netflix: Which is better? Both have powerhouse originals and on-demand streaming, but it depends...

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

by Kevin Parrish | 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.