A modem and router work in tandem to deliver you an internet connection. Even if the modem and router are combined in the same hardware, they serve distinct functions. The modem communicates with the ...

When you sign a contract with an internet provider, they'll typically send you a modem and a router in the mail. But which is which? And how are they different? A modem and a router work in tandem ...

T-Mobile 5G Home Internet can be an effective replacement for traditional cable and fiber ISPs. However, because T-Mobile’s Home Internet relies on cellular signals rather than wiring into your home, ...

I've tested everything from TVs to phones, PCs, tablets and more. A modem-router combo merges two essential components of your home’s internet connectivity: the modem, which establishes your ...

Setting up your internet doesn't need to be a headache. It's a relatively simple process. Before you do anything, research and see which internet providers are available in your area -- some providers ...

Eli covered the latest in the ever-changing worlds of telecom, streaming and sports. He previously worked as a technology reporter at USA Today. Through several weeks of trying out T-Mobile Home ...

I was interested in T-Mobile’s Home Internet service from the first time I heard about it: it’s $50 (a price that includes the specialized router), contract and data cap-free, and is powered by 5G and ...

For decades, getting home internet meant scheduling a technician, drilling holes, running cables and setting up a bulky modem. But that model is changing fast. Carriers such as T-Mobile and Verizon ...

The premise is simple: You’re already paying your wireless carrier for mobile data, so why not use the same company for your home internet, too, and potentially get a discount? If, like many other ...