Lately, you might see the two terms “WiFi Booster” and “WiFi Extender” somewhere. They have common characteristics. For example, they are both devices ...

Wi-Fi 6 is standard now, offering speeds up to 9.6Gbps. Wi-Fi 6E adds a faster 6GHz band, which is ideal for heavy usage. Wi-Fi 7 is the best but expensive, with speeds up to 46Gbps. Let's start with ...

If you're buying a new router, or just looking to pick up a new smart device of some kind, you've probably seen some buzzwords thrown around about the type of wifi that the devices support. Some might ...

Choosing the right Wi-Fi band can make a big difference in your internet connection. Here’s what you need to know. Trisha Jandoc was an associate writer at CNET covering broadband and everything ...

There was a time, before I started covering broadband for CNET, I didn't think much about how the internet actually worked. Like most people, I only noticed it when ...

Wi-Fi has become an integral part of modern-day living. It allows us to work from home, play online games, and more -- all without being tied to fixed locations or cables. But let's face it, even if ...

When you sign a contract with an internet provider, they'll typically send you a modem and a router in the mail. But which is which? And how are they different? A modem and a router work in tandem ...