Your internet service provider (ISP) brings the internet into your home through a modem. A router then converts that signal ...

But how exactly does Wi-Fi send the internet through the air? Let’s break it down in the simplest way possible. Think of the internet as a massive library filled with books. When you click a link or ...

A Wi-Fi mesh network is designed to eliminate dead spots in a wireless network through the use of multiple nodes that distribute the network over a larger area. This is in contrast to a traditional Wi ...

The Asus RT‑BE86U offers robust security and blazing next‑gen internet speeds - but is upgrading necessary right now?

Confused about what to look for in a Wi-Fi router? Here, we explain the types, and what specifics you should know before hitting that buy button. It is 2025, and it is anything but obvious that ...

As its name suggests, a Wi-Fi extender rebroadcasts an existing Wi-Fi signal. It connects to an existing router to broaden ...

Almost everyone has a phone with them, and some even bring a laptop whenever they travel. Tech enthusiasts might have even more, including a tablet and a handheld gaming console — all of which connect ...

Is your Wi-Fi network secure? Not if it isn't using the WPA3 protocol. The latest generation of Wi-Fi security offers a host of features to keep your data safe—both at home and on public networks.

You shouldn't have to restart any more than once per month unless specific issues crop up. If you don't want to unplug your ...

Trisha Jandoc was an associate writer at CNET covering broadband and everything related to home internet. She graduated from St. John's University with a bachelor's degree in journalism and a focus on ...