One type of electronic device to especially avoid is the microwave, which emits a strong signal in the 2.4GHz band, the same wireless band your router operates in. Be careful not to stick your router ...

Slow internet is arguably one of the top five worst experiences for any internet user. You may be trying to watch your favorite show on Netflix, only to have it buffering every few minutes. Or your ...

Where your Wi‑Fi router sits in your home can quietly decide whether you get smooth 4K streaming or endless buffering. The ...

As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...

When your internet connection is down, the first step is often to troubleshoot your router. This process can seem daunting, but with the right steps, you can quickly identify and fix many common ...

Living with a roommate means splitting utility bills, and the internet is no exception. Even if you're not well-acquainted with your roommate(s) yet, at the very least, you'll have to be on the same ...

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The FBI has issued a security warning urging owners of old internet routers to replace their equipment, lest they become victims of a cyberattack. The flash notice, issued May 7, said that ...

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 ...

The FBI is warning owners of some internet routers their devices could leave them vulnerable to cyber attacks. The new bulletin from the FBI’s Cyber Division said some old routers – known as ...