What’s the point of the 2.5G Ethernet port on your router?
Most routers have several 1 Gbps ports, but yours might have one or more 2.5 Gbps options that are great for speeding up compatible devices.
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What do all the lights on your Netgear router mean, and which ones actually matter?
Some router symbols are obvious, while others take a bit of work to decipher. Their lights can vary, too.
Starlink has two $55 plans that are wildly different — here’s how
It's a trade-off between download speeds and data caps.
Router and modem or gateway: What’s actually in your home network?
A gateway pulls double duty, but a modem and router combo can give you a lot more flexibility and power.
Flat Ethernet cables probably aren’t the answer to your home networking problem
For the most reliable performance, round Ethernet cables are generally superior.
The reason why your drive shows less storage than you paid for
Despite showing the storage amount on the box or the spec sheet, your new device might not actually hold as much as it states. Here are the reasons why.
Why are internet upload speeds so much slower than download speeds?
Uploading data tends to be much slower than downloading, and it turns out there's a very good explanation for it.
Why your Wi-Fi speeds can drop in the evening, and what to do about it
Everyone getting online at the same time can slam the network, but working around these slowdowns is possible with a few tricks.
How to keep your smart home running even if the internet goes down
Smart home products most often harness Wi-Fi to function. But what can you do if you lose internet frequently?
Should you have both Ethernet and Wi-Fi for your home?
Ethernet will keep your devices connecting online in record time, while Wi-Fi keeps them untethered. But how well can they both work together?
