Anyone who used the internet in the 1980s or 1990s vividly remembers the signature dial-up sound that meant a computer was connecting to the internet. That’s because in the early days of the web, computers connected through telephone lines. When the ...

Discover differences between fiber, cable, 5G, DSL and satellite internet to select the best connection type for your home and needs.

As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate journalist working with notable publications such..

A simple internet speed test can tell you a lot about your home's network and whether you're getting your money's worth. We'll show you how to run one and more.

If you're struggling with the cost of internet, you might be able to find assistance to lower your monthly internet bill. Some internet service providers (ISPs) offer low-cost internet to qualifying customers. Typically, you have to already be enrolled in ...

Satellite internet plans run from 25 Mbps to 150 Mbps, which is enough bandwidth to easily stream in high definition. And though satellite internet tends to have high latency that makes online gaming and video calls drag, latency won’t factor in much to your streaming experience once your show starts playing.

Moving is an experience, to say the least. There are the practical things you need to do. For example, packing and, of course, moving, sending out changes of address to so many and, depending on how far away you move, finding new schools and doctors, just ...

The best way to tell if you’re getting what you’re paying for each month is by running a simple internet speed test. We'll show you how. Joe Supan is a senior writer for CNET covering home technology, broadband, and moving. Prior to joining CNET, Joe ...

As we continue to follow cell-phone dead zones across Albany County — local leaders say they’re taking new steps to closing the digital divide. In rural parts of Albany County, internet access is still hard to come by — a problem that’s impacted students,