Camryn Smith

Camryn Smith

Camryn Smith Writer I since July 2022 About Camryn: Camryn Smith started writing for Allconnect in 2022 and has developed broadband expertise across the landscape, including home internet providers, plans, pricing and equipment, as well as internet technologies and industry trends. In her writing, Camryn shares she “aims to simplify the complexity of the broadband industry for consumers and readers by crafting relevant articles regarding all things internet, from finding the right provider or the best internet deals to important industry developments that affect internet customers.” Education: Camryn earned a BA in professional writing and strategic communication from Miami University, with a minor in Spanish and a concentration in journalism. Fun Fact: Camryn is an avid re-reader who has read her favorite 8-book series over 10 times!

What I've written

What you need to stream TV: A beginner’s guide
What you need to stream TV: A beginner’s guide
Camryn Smith

Discover the essential tools and tips you need to start streaming TV. Learn about internet requirements, choosing the right devices and selecting streaming services to optimize your viewing experience!

Where to stream holiday shows and movies 2024
Where to stream holiday shows and movies 2024
Camryn Smith

Explore the best streaming services for holiday content and streaming and internet bundle deals from top providers like Spectrum, Verizon and Xfinity.

Business internet safety guide
Business internet safety guide
Camryn Smith

Keep your business safe by maintaining a secure Wi-Fi network, using strong passwords and regularly updating software.

The best long-range Wi-Fi routers of 2024
The best long-range Wi-Fi routers of 2024
Camryn Smith

Whether you have a large home or like to game heavily, you may need a router that offers more coverage in your home. We've picked out some of the best long-range routers at a variety of price points and speeds.

Best Black Friday tech and provider deals 2024
Best Black Friday tech and provider deals 2024
Camryn Smith

Black Friday is just days away and we’ve picked out some of the best internet tech and provider deals.

Everything you need to know about business internet
Everything you need to know about business internet
Camryn Smith

A business internet plan can offer you fast and reliable speeds to ensure your business runs smoothly throughout all of its daily operations.

Internet costs rise after service sign-up
Internet costs rise after service sign-up
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A U.S. News & World Report survey asked internet customers in the most populous states about their internet bills.

How do I know if I need to upgrade my internet?
How do I know if I need to upgrade my internet?
Camryn Smith

Does your Wi-Fi connection drop out frequently? Does your video lag? These may be signs you need to upgrade your internet equipment or get a faster plan.

How to lower your internet bill
How to lower your internet bill
Camryn Smith

Internet can be expensive, but we’ll give you some tips on how to lower your monthly internet bill.

Internet customers are paying more in internet fees
Internet customers are paying more in internet fees
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A U.S. News & World Report survey found that internet customers are paying more on their monthly bills but aren’t interested in saving through data caps.

How to change your Wi-Fi network password
How to change your Wi-Fi network password
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Changing your Wi-Fi password can help keep your home network secure.

How to share your Wi-Fi password on an iPhone
How to share your Wi-Fi password on an iPhone
Camryn Smith

Apple's iPhone feature is an easy and convenient way to securely share your Wi-Fi password in a few short steps.

Why is my internet so slow during the day?
Why is my internet so slow during the day?
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There are few things as frustrating as attempting to use your connection and experiencing buffering and lag during the day.

What is a 403 error and how can you fix it?
What is a 403 error and how can you fix it?
Camryn Smith

Fixing a 403 forbidden status code error is easier than you might think. Learn what a 403 error is, what causes it and how to fix it.

Xfinity low-income internet options
Xfinity low-income internet options
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Xfinity Internet Essentials is Xfinity’s low-cost internet solution for affordable internet access.

What is Wi-Fi? Learn the basics of this service
What is Wi-Fi? Learn the basics of this service
Camryn Smith

Your guide to learning what Wi-Fi is, how it works and how all your devices use it.

Verizon low-cost internet options
Verizon low-cost internet options
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Eligible customers can sign up for Verizon Forward for low-cost internet.

What is my IP address and why does it matter?
What is my IP address and why does it matter?
Camryn Smith

IP addresses are the ZIP codes of the internet, and affect everything you do online. Here’s what you need to know about them.

Millions in rural U.S. still do not have internet access
Millions in rural U.S. still do not have internet access
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Broadband access is a major problem for rural communities, and impacts everything from unemployment to students’ test scores.

Everything you need to install fiber-optic internet
Everything you need to install fiber-optic internet
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Fiber is the fastest and most reliable internet connection type. Here’s what you need to install it at your home.

How to get free and discounted internet
How to get free and discounted internet
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Some ISPs offer low-cost internet programs that can get eligible customers free internet. There are also other government and nonprofit programs to aid in your monthly internet cost.

Best free DNS servers
Best free DNS servers
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There are plenty of free DNS servers to choose from to give you a faster and more secure internet connection. We’ve picked out eight of our favorites below.

Internet safety: Guide to keep your information safe online
Internet safety: Guide to keep your information safe online
Camryn Smith

Online safety is incredibly important if you want to keep your personal information secure. Here are some tips and rules that will help you browse the internet safely, and what you should be on the lookout for.

Mbps vs. MBps: Understanding the difference
Mbps vs. MBps: Understanding the difference
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Megabits per second (Mbps) measure how fast a connection is, and megabytes per second (MBps) measure how fast a file can upload or download.

2.4 GHz vs. 5 GHz Wi-Fi
2.4 GHz vs. 5 GHz Wi-Fi
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2.4 GHz and 5 GHz are wireless frequencies. We’ll go over what they mean and how they are different.

How to negotiate your internet bill
How to negotiate your internet bill
Camryn Smith

Negotiating your internet bill with your provider could save you money. Below are some tips for how to navigate a negotiation with your provider.

How to fix your slow internet
How to fix your slow internet
Camryn Smith

Learn about why your connection could be slow and how you can fix it.

Is your ISP tracking your personal data?
Is your ISP tracking your personal data?
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ISPs can track all your online activity and use your data for profit.

Best internet providers for gaming
Best internet providers for gaming
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From Fortnite to first-person combat games, your internet speed can have a huge effect on your ability to win. Explore the best providers for gaming below.

Fiber vs. cable internet: Compare speeds & prices
Fiber vs. cable internet: Compare speeds & prices
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Fiber internet connections and cable internet connections have a few key differences that affect their download and upload speeds, which then affects the cost of each. Here’s everything you need to know about fiber and cable internet to decide which option is best for you.

Popular internet speeds for the best internet connection
Popular internet speeds for the best internet connection
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Internet speed plays a large role in today’s digital world. We go over some popular cable and fiber plan speeds and help you understand why it’s important.