That’s why VLANs, or virtual local area networks, are so important in a smart home (or any home, really). With a VLAN, you’re ...

It’s a little more expensive than a conventional router, but the TP-Link Travel Router is one of the few that can actually join you on your travels. It also provides versatile connectivity features ...

One type of electronic device to especially avoid is the microwave, which emits a strong signal in the 2.4GHz band, the same wireless band your router operates in. Be careful not to stick your router ...

Noticing some slowdown when internet usage is heavy? Don't rush to blame your ISP: It might actually be time to upgrade your router or switch to a mesh network. Cutting-edge networking hardware ...

TP-Link has been under fire for at least a year, but with the backing of several US agencies, the Commerce Department is now poised to ban the sale of TP-Link devices in the US. Cyber Monday sales are ...

What is the best internet provider in Boston? Verizon Fios is CNET's top recommendation for anybody looking for an internet provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Its blazing-fast symmetrical speeds and ...

If your computer doesn't have built-in Wi-Fi or an ethernet port, or if those connections aren't working properly, you're not stuck without internet. USB ports offer multiple ways to get online, ...

The sale of TP-Link routers and mesh systems may soon be banned in the US. Here's why we're not pulling our TP-Link recommendations (yet), and what you can do to keep your Wi-Fi network safe. I’m the ...

We've all been there — you're trying to load a webpage, stream a video, or open an app on your Android phone, and everything just crawls. Slow internet on your phone impacts your downloads and uploads ...

Notable: Seattle is up to 54% to earn the No. 1 seed after beating the Panthers on Sunday, according to The Athletic's playoff predictor. If they beat the Niners on Saturday night, they'll win the No.

A standard router is often less hassle to set up than a mesh network. For something that "just works," a typical router might be the best option. Set it up once, make sure updates are automatically ...

Turn your cable outlets into high-speed internet ports with this simple, low-cost adapter - no rewiring required.