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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.

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Get the Right Internet Speed for Amazon Prime Video

by | Jan 26, 2026 | Streaming Guides

Prime Video doesn’t need much to stream 4K content. We dig in to determine the speeds you need.

Watch the Big Game for Less? Get T-Mobile 5G Home Internet

by | Jan 20, 2026 | Sponsored

Find out how you can watch Super Bowl LX worry-free with T-Mobile 5G Home Internet.

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TP-Link Archer GE400 Review

by | Jan 20, 2026 | Equipment Guides, Product Reviews, Router Reviews

The Archer GE400 is a great Wi-Fi 7 router for gamers on a budget, but is it right for you?

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NETGEAR Orbi 970 Review

by | Jan 14, 2026 | Equipment Guides, Product Reviews, Router Reviews

The Orbi 970 is the fastest mesh system we’ve tested, but is it worth the money? We find out.

TP-Link Archer BE230 Review

by | Jan 14, 2026 | Router Reviews

The Archer BE230 is chock-full of goodness, from the improved speeds to all the features.

NETGEAR Nighthawk RS200 Review
NETGEAR Nighthawk RS200 Review

by | Jan 14, 2026 | Router Reviews

NETGEAR’s Nighthawk RS200 is a more affordable version of the RS700S, but is it right for you?

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NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S Review

by | Jan 14, 2026 | Equipment Guides, Product Reviews, Router Reviews

The Netgear RS700S is our first Wi-Fi 7 router. We tested its speeds using three devices.

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Xumo Stream Box Review

by | Jan 13, 2026 | Equipment Guides, Product Reviews

The Xumo Stream Box is a new media streamer provided by Spectrum and Xfinity. We take a look.

Verizon versus Astound
Verizon vs. Astound: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by | Jan 12, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

See how Verizon compares to Astound in our comprehensive review. Compare Verizon Fios internet plans with Astound internet plans and packages.

Verizon versus Spectrum
Verizon vs. Spectrum: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by | Jan 12, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

If you live in an area where Verizon Fios is available, we recommend it thanks to its fast upload and download speeds. While gamers will prefer Verizon Fios, Spectrum’s 100 Mbps plan is a cost-effective choice for avid video streamers.

Bits and Bytes
Megabytes, Megabits, Gbps & TB: What you need to know

by and | Jan 8, 2026 | FAQ, Technology

Confused about megabits and megabytes? We’ll explain what the difference is so you can keep them straight when it really counts.

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Where Is the Best Place to Set Up Your Router?

by and | Jan 6, 2026 | FAQ, Technology

If you still find spots in your house where you don’t get internet, you may need to move your router. Here’s where you should place it.