After a decade testing PCs, routers, and home networks, I know what causes slow speeds and can help you optimize your internet connection.

If your broadband speeds are driving you to distraction there could be a very simple reason why. New research from the broadband speed team at Ookla has revealed that the majority of homes are still ...

Don't settle for sluggish Wi-Fi. Learn what internet speed tests mean and how to troubleshoot and fix common issues. Joe Supan is a senior writer for CNET covering home technology, broadband, and ...

Small changes to your router can deliver surprisingly big gains in real-world Wi-Fi speed, often overnight, without buying new hardware. By focusing on a handful of targeted settings and placement ...

Most of us receive a free wi-fi router from our internet service provider (ISP) when we sign up for a broadband deal. These free models can be pretty basic and, while they usually do a decent job, you ...

Network speed tests really only give you a small window into your network's performance. It's not a completely useless test, ...

In our testing, we found it had blistering real-world performance, the only likely limitation being the speed of the internet connection it’s hooked up with. Wired connectivity is also a strong suit, ...

Compare mesh Wi-Fi vs traditional routers in 2026 for coverage, speed, latency, and device handling in large homes and smart ...