This is an age-old cable that is still widely in use, especially for cable and internet. Don't expect that to last forever, though. Fiber is the biggest threat to the traditional copper cable.All that ...

Fiber and cable internet generally provide the fastest speeds, while 5G and fixed wireless are growing as flexible options. Fiber is ideal for heavy users like gamers and remote workers, while cable ...

Home Wi-Fi has quietly become the weakest link in many fast internet plans, with video calls freezing and game sessions lagging even when the modem itself is fine. For a growing number of people, the ...

Boosting internet speeds around your home is easy with Ethernet cables, and these tips will help you keep things neat.

I posted an article about a Wi-Fi channel setting that transformed my network, expecting readers to geek out over my networking tip. The comments section had other plans. Instead of discussing channel ...

T-Mobile is hoping that home Internet customers who suffer from frequent service outages will pay $30 a month for a “backup” 5G plan. T-Mobile’s new “Home Internet Backup,” announced today, is ...

The technology your ISP uses to send internet to your home makes a difference in speed, reliability, availability and more. There are different modes of internet access, and here at CNET, we've ...

Looking for the best home internet? CNET staff break down what it's actually like using fiber, cable, DSL, satellite and 5G connections. Katie oversees coverage for home technology, broadband, heath, ...

Are you seeing slower speeds than what you're paying for? Here's what might be happening with your home internet. Freelance writer Amanda C. Kooser covers gadgets and tech news with a twist for CNET.

Fiber uses fiber-optic lines that transmit data at the speed of light, whereas cable uses coaxial cables, which are traditionally used for TV service. Fiber typically offers faster upload and download ...

A comparison between traditional cable internet, 5G home internet and fiber. Plus, how to take advantage of T-Mobile’s current promotions. By Erin Lassner E-Commerce Writer If you purchase an ...