When setting up the internet at home, your router matters more than you might think. The right device can impact your internet speed, reliability and even your monthly costs. Many internet service ...

Slow internet at home is often caused by poor router configuration rather than your internet plan. Even with high-speed fiber or cable connections, incorrect settings can create congestion, signal ...

Turn a spare router into a Wi-Fi repeater or access point to boost weak internet areas in your home Reviewed by Lisa Mildon You can use an old router to make your Wi-Fi reach more places in your home.

The thing about routers is that they're mostly a set-and-forget type of device. Once you finish configuring your Wi-Fi and basic settings, you typically won't be touching the router again — unless, of ...

If your internet keeps lagging, buffering or dropping out, one of the quickest fixes is restarting your router. Restarting your router is one of the quickest ways to restore Wi-Fi speed and stability ...

Our electronics writer lives in an aging apartment, but these mesh Wi-Fi routers kept him constantly connected online.

If your internet feels slow even on a high-speed plan, it could be the router's channel selection that is to blame. Routers are typically configured for auto channel selection, which is the most ...

Unsure who's accessing your home Wi-Fi aside from you? It's time to find out and lock it down. Securing your connection is going to take some effort, though. It's more than a password change and ...

I've tried so many different ways to reboot my router, and it turns out the best solution costs barely anything.

Don't settle for sluggish Wi-Fi. Learn what internet speed tests mean and how to troubleshoot and fix common issues. Joe Supan is a senior writer for CNET covering home technology, broadband, and ...