I’m not going to begrudge anyone for using the modem and router that their ISP provides them. You shouldn’t—because you’re probably paying your ISP to “rent” a device that isn’t very good—but not ...

You wake up Saturday morning to check your favorite team's score, and the page won't load. It's the Wi-Fi again! Wi-Fi connection issues can occur for a bunch of frustrating reasons. If your Wi-Fi is ...

Router placement affects Wi-Fi signal strength and coverage more than expensive equipment. Put the router in central, elevated, and open locations to avoid dead zones and interference. Optimize ...

Zach was an Author at Android Police from January 2022 to June 2025. He specialized in Chromebooks, Android smartphones, Android apps, smart home devices, and Android services. Zach loves unique and ...

When you sign up to receive Internet service from an ISP, they'll usually provide a router and modem, or a combo unit of the two. While it will certainly get you online, it quietly leaves a few doors ...

Setting up a wireless router can become complicated and frustrating even for the more technology-inclined consumer. And once you finally get the router up and running, people often face other Wi-Fi ...

Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is a writer, a text-based adventure connoisseur, a lover of terrible movies and an enthusiastic yet mediocre cook. A CNET editor from 2013 to 2024, Ry's ...

So your internet has stopped working, leaving you without those news updates, social media pings, and streaming video shows you've grown accustomed to. Take a deep breath. Fortunately you must still ...