Author
Kevin Parrish
Kevin Parrish has more than a decade of experience working as a writer, editor, and product tester. He began writing about computer hardware and soon branched out to other devices and services such as networking equipment, phones and tablets, game consoles, and other internet-connected devices. His work has appeared in Tom’s Hardware, Tom's Guide, Maximum PC, Digital Trends, Android Authority, How-To Geek, Lifewire, and others. At HighSpeedInternet.com, he focuses on network equipment testing and review.
by Kevin Parrish | Oct 16, 2023 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides
The terms “bandwidth” and “latency” are always associated with speed. But what do they mean and how to they affect speed? We explain the difference.
by Kevin Parrish and Rebecca Lee Armstrong | Oct 16, 2023 | Equipment Guides, FAQ, Internet Speed Guides
A router can’t change your internet speed, but it can make the internet feel slow. We explain why.
by Kevin Parrish | Oct 13, 2023 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides
Find out how to tell if your internet is being throttled, other reasons your internet speed slows down, and what to do if you’re being throttled by your ISP.
by Kevin Parrish | Oct 12, 2023 | Technology
Everyone wants whole-home coverage, but what’s the best solution? Should you buy a mesh Wi-Fi system or add an extender to your existing router? We compare the two so you can decide what’s best for your home networking needs.
by Kevin Parrish | Oct 10, 2023 | Technology
Wi-Fi 6E is the latest standard used in wireless devices and access points, but should you upgrade? We compare it to Wi-Fi 6 to see what makes it different.
by Kevin Parrish | Oct 10, 2023 | Technology
Wi-Fi 6 is a newer specification than Wi-Fi 5, but should you upgrade? We provide seven reasons why you should kick all your Wi-Fi 5 devices to the curb and upgrade everything to Wi-Fi 6. You won’t regret it.
by Kevin Parrish | Sep 25, 2023 | Equipment Guides, Technology
You can find many Wi-Fi security and troubleshooting tips online, but do they work? We find out.
by Rebecca Lee Armstrong and Kevin Parrish | Sep 11, 2023 | Equipment Guides, Featured
Wireless gateways are super convenient as they combine a modem with a wireless router into a single unit. But what’s the best one? We take a look and list the best modem/router combos for DSL and cable internet.
by Kevin Parrish | Sep 7, 2023 | Equipment Guides, How-To
Rent a modem or router (or both) from your internet provider if you want upgrades, replacements,...
by Kevin Parrish | Sep 6, 2023 | FAQ
Which web browsers offer the best features for staying safe online? We compare six browsers.
by Kevin Parrish | Sep 6, 2023 | FAQ, Technology
All wireless devices encrypt their connections by default. Well, usually. Some public Wi-Fi networks may not...
by Kevin Parrish | Sep 5, 2023 | Equipment Guides, Product Reviews
The Encalife Portable Wifi Extender is good for guests and IoT devices. We test its speeds.