Most Americans – 97% to be exact – own a smartphone of some kind. At an average price of $823, it’s not a purchase to make lightly. If you’re in the market for a new mobile phone, there are better times of the year than others to purchase one. Preorder mobile phone deals While a new […]
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If you’re traveling in an RV or camper, there are many internet options available like satellite internet, cellular networks and portable Wi-Fi hotspots. We discuss some of the best options for RV living.
The channel-blocking standoff between Spectrum’s owner, Charter Communications, and Disney ended on Sept. 11, literally hours before the start of Monday Night Football. The 10-day dispute that left 15 million Spectrum customers without access to Disney’s channels, including ESPN, was resolved with some channels being restored and an option for Spectrum TV Select customers to […]
Your modem is what allows you to connect to the internet, so it’s important you choose the best one for your needs. We’ll go over some of the best DSL modems in terms of speed, price and what you’ll use it for.
Our guide to internet speed explains how to check your connection, what speeds you need for your tasks and how to improve Wi-Fi speeds.
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.
The main difference between download speeds and upload speeds is the direction in which the data is traveling and how fast its getting there. There is, however, a bigger difference between what a good upload and download speed is.
Connecting to the internet with an Ethernet cable is a better choice than using a Wi-Fi network if reliability and less latency are important to you.
Customer satisfaction is a big deal for any business. Still, when it comes to internet slowdowns or our service crashing altogether, we can get crabby and demand an instant fix from helpful people or a high-performing app or website to help us fix it ourselves. These areas are where the ACSI Telecommunications Study 2022-2023* shows […]
How much is high-speed internet for the average customer? Here’s what you can expect to pay, how you can avoid overpaying and how you can cut monthly internet costs.
Performing due diligence to confirm internet availability is a top priority when moving into a new rental property or purchasing a home.
According to the latest data, the average cable and internet bill has only increased 1.7% since 2021 — far less than other household expenses.
A data cap of 1 TB will likely take a long time to reach, but it still is possible to reach that much data in a month.
Say goodbye to worrying about your child’s web activity. We’re breaking down all the parental controls on your devices and how they can help.
Key findings 85% of Americans use the internet every day. The average American spends six hours and 58 minutes online per day. Social media accounts for about two hours and 27 minutes of screen time daily. The average American spends two hours and 37 minutes streaming video every day. 7% of Americans still don’t use […]
As you search for your next internet service provider, have you thought about which is the fastest? Recently that distinction went to Spectrum, available in 41 states and named the “fastest fixed broadband provider in 11 states during Q3 2022,” according to Speedtest® by Ookla®. Ookla recently shared its Q3 2022 report on fixed broadband […]
The common culprit: Internet rush hour Unfortunately, the issue is a common one, especially for cable internet users who are sharing bandwidth with every cable internet subscriber on the network. Just as roads can get congested from a rapid influx of traffic, so can your network, and when that happens, speeds slow for everyone on […]
Going over your internet data cap could cost you, depending on which provider you have. Keep up with who does and doesn’t have data caps.
Your internet is slow, but you don’t know why. Could bandwidth and latency be a factor? Learn more about these tech terms!
Net neutrality is the principle that internet service providers (ISPs) should provide all online content equally without favoring or blocking specific products, websites or types of content. In short, it means that all traffic on the internet is equal and equally accessible.
Standalone internet is offered by most ISPs, so it won’t be hard to find the right plan if you’re ready to cut the cord to your cable or phone lines.
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.
US lawmakers continue to eye votes for legislation that would drastically change the business practices of America’s largest tech companies.