Many people turn to VPNs — virtual private networks — for added privacy and security online, only to find that their internet speeds suddenly slow to a crawl. But what exactly does a VPN do, and why ...

You can use Google's search engine-based speed test to find our how fast your internet is. Kittichai Boonpong;EyeEm/Getty Images If you're looking to change your internet provider, or are considering ...

If you've tried working at home the past couple of weeks, you probably already know that this: Britain is facing a summer internet slowdown. Research from broadband comparison company USwitch found ...

Having a fast and reliable internet connection is essential for almost everything you do on your Windows PC — from conference calls and streaming your favorite shows to gaming and simply browsing the ...

When the internet goes out, the rational thing to do is unplug the router and wait 30 seconds. In most cases, that can fix the issue. It's a lot tougher when your internet is constantly slow because ...

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 ...

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 ...

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