The Landline Loophole: Why Smart Parents Are Delaying Smartphones (And How to Set One Up)
The pressure to give your child a smartphone is high, but the "Wait Until 8th" movement is growing. Learn why bringin...
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Arris S33 vs. SB8200: Which Gigabit Modem is Actually Better?
Debating between the Arris Surfboard S33 and SB8200? While both are excellent DOCSIS 3.1 modems, the choice comes dow...
What is Bufferbloat? The Real Reason You Lag in Games (And How to Fix It).
Do you have gigabit internet but still lag in games? The problem usually isn't your speed—it's bufferbloat. In this g...
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Netgear CM1000 vs. CM1100 vs. CM1200: The Differences Explained
Stuck at the "Netgear Wall of Numbers"? We break down the CM1000, CM1100, and CM1200 in plain English. Learn why the 4-port model isn't a router an...
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Best Mesh WiFi Systems for Starlink (and How to Use the Ethernet Adapter)
Is your Starlink router struggling to cover your whole house? You aren't alone. In this guide, we break down exactly how to bypass the default Star...
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2.4 GHz vs 5 GHz vs 6 GHz vs 6E vs Wi-Fi 7: Which Band Should You Use?
2.4 GHz vs 5 GHz vs 6 GHz vs 6E vs Wi-Fi 7: Which Band Should You Use? If you’ve ever opened your Wi-Fi settings and wondered which network to pick...
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Best Modems for Sparklight / Mediacom / Breezeline
Are you tired of monthly rental fees from Sparklight, Mediacom, or Breezeline? We’ve analyzed the official 2025 compatibility lists to find the bes...
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Arris Surfboard Modem Lights: What They Mean & How to Fix Them (2025)
Arris Surfboard Modem Lights: What They Mean & How to Fix Them (2025) If your Arris Surfboard modem is flashing like a disco ball and you ha...
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Spectrum-Approved Modems in 2025: What Actually Works (and What to Avoid)
Spectrum-Approved Modems in 2025: What Actually Works (and What to Avoid) If you’re on Spectrum and want better performance without monthly equipme...
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Best Wi-Fi Channel Settings (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz): Pick the Least-Crowded Channel
Quick answer: 2.4 GHz → use 1, 6, or 11 at 20 MHz. 5 GHz → start on 36–48 or 149–161 at 80 MHz (drop to 40 MHz if crowded). DFS (52–144) is usuall...
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DOCSIS 1.0–4.0 Compared: Speeds, Spectrum & Features
Trying to decode DOCSIS versions? This guide compares 1.0 through 4.0—downstream and upstream ceilings, modulation (SC-QAM vs OFDM/OFDMA), spectrum...
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Best Modems for Xfinity in 2025 (Mid-Split & Next-Gen Uploads)
Shopping for an Xfinity modem in 2025? This guide explains mid-split uploads in plain English, lists the best DOCSIS 3.1 models by speed tier (incl...
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The Complete Guide to Buying & Owning Your Own Modem: How to Stop Renting & Save Big on Your Internet Bill
Tired of paying rental fees? Learn how to buy and activate your own modem, cancel ISP charges, and start saving up to $900 over 5 years.
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The ARRIS DG3450: The Most Reliable DOCSIS 3.1 Modem for Home Internet
Save on rental fees with the ARRIS DG3450 DOCSIS 3.1 modem/router combo. Professionally refurbished, warranty-backed, and compatible with Xfinity, ...
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Public Wi-Fi in 2025: Safer Browsing + Best Travel Routers (Airports, Hotels, Cafés)
Is public Wi-Fi safe in 2025? Not by default—but with the right setup you can protect your data. This guide covers hotel Wi-Fi security, captive po...
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Internet Outages Are Up: How to Build a Resilient Home Network in 2025
Internet outages are rising in 2025, from ISP failures to Starlink downtime. Here’s how to prevent internet outages at home with proven tools like ...
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Double NAT & CGNAT in 2025: Fix Online Gaming (PS5/Xbox/PC) and Port Forwarding on 5G Home Internet
Double NAT and CGNAT can block online gaming and port forwarding on PS5, Xbox, or PC. This guide shows step-by-step fixes for 5G home internet and ...
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Xfinity “Can’t Activate Modem in App”? 2025 Step-by-Step Fixes
Stuck with “Xfinity can’t activate modem” in the app? This 2025 guide explains quick fixes, LED light codes, and how to troubleshoot activation iss...
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Best WiFi Extenders for 2025: How to Choose the Right One
Looking to eliminate Wi-Fi dead zones in 2025? Our roundup of the year’s best Wi-Fi extenders highlights the fastest, most reliable devices to keep...
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Wi-Fi 7 vs Wi-Fi 6E in 2025: Should You Upgrade (and to Mesh or Single Router)?
Thinking about upgrading from Wi-Fi 6E? This guide explains the real-world benefits of Wi-Fi 7, whether to go mesh or single router, and which rout...
