It is 2020 and looking at the rate at which the number of users on the web is increasing each day, it is pretty evident that we have reached a point where we are highly reliant on the internet for ...

Are you getting the internet speed you’re paying for? Should you blame a slow connection on your Wi-Fi router or internet provider? Can your internet handle things like online gaming or livestreaming?

You're out at your favorite coffee shop, and you suddenly need to be in a meeting. There's Wi-Fi (or failing that, you can set up a hotspot on your phone), so you think you're ready to rock. However, ...

Cierra was an associate writer for CNET's broadband team, covering all things home internet. She is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with a master's degree. Cierra is ...

Internet speed tests aren't just for people who obsess over their internet connection. If you're having an inevitable home internet slowdown, my first recommendation is always to start with a speed ...

If you’re experiencing a sluggish internet connection, it’s probably time to check the speed. We’ll show you several ways to measure the speed of your internet connection using on-board tools in ...

Even if you live outside the United States, getting fast internet is no longer a problem in many parts of the world. When I was younger, there was no way of knowing how fast your internet connection ...

Android devices also have a built-in feature to check internet speed via the Settings app. Head to Settings > Network and ...

Trey Paul was a CNET senior editor covering broadband. His 20+ years of experience as a writer and editor include time at the broadband marketplace Allconnect, as well as working with clients like ...

VPNs, or virtual private networks, are a great way to protect your privacy and keep your activities anonymous while online. Unfortunately, they also tend to slow down your internet connection while in ...