Everyone needs internet to stay connected, but most people rely on technicians and their more tech-savvy friends and family to set things up. While there's no shame in that, having a basic ...

Jim Rossman / TNS This week, a reader writes, "I’ve had AT&T internet service for quite some time and still have the original router and modem. Should I upgrade for security and performance reasons?

Buying your own modem and router is a bit like investing in a piece of internet freedom. You get complete control, ...

Your modem and router are two different devices, but they work as a team to power your home internet connection. If you're just starting out on your search for the best internet provider, it helps to ...

Chances are, you have internet running through your home right now. And, if you do, then the chances are high that you have a router in your house somewhere. Despite most people having them in their ...

Last time I noted that, for those of us with separate routers and modems, the IP address 192.168.100.1 may provide access to the modem, through the router. In my limited testing, I found this to be ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you’re looking to cut down on your utility bills, investing in your own internet modem and router is ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. During an emergency power outage, you're probably most concerned about charging your phone and laptop or running your fridge. But if you work ...