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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.

Xfinity versus Spectrum
Xfinity vs. Spectrum

by | Sep 23, 2025 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Choose Xfinity for wide availability and some of the fastest speeds on the market. Choose Spectrum for a good customer experience and unlimited data.

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Get the Right Internet Speed for Amazon Prime Video

by | Sep 22, 2025 | Streaming Guides

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

Streaming Video on a TV
The Best Internet Providers for Streaming in 2025

by | Sep 19, 2025 | Internet Buying Guides

Stream TV, movies, and online games with the top internet plans for streaming. View the top providers and plans for online streaming.

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What To Do if You Don’t Have Phone Service

by | Sep 18, 2025 | Emergency, How-To

What do you do when your cellular service goes on the fritz? We go over a few ideas.

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Best Wi-Fi 6E Routers of 2025

by | Sep 15, 2025 | Best Routers

We tested a group of Wi-Fi 6E routers to see if they’re the best fit for your home network.

Setting up a router
What Is a Router? Here’s Why You Need It for Internet

by | Sep 13, 2025 | FAQ, Technology

A router is a device that typically uses an Ethernet cable to connect to a modem...

What Is a Modem and Why You Need One to Get Internet

by | Sep 12, 2025 | Equipment Guides, FAQ, Home Networking

Find out what brings your internet connection into your home or office.

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Improve Your Wi-Fi Speed in 10 Simple Steps

by | Sep 12, 2025 | Internet Speed Guides

If your home network is acting sluggish, try these 10 simple steps to get faster Wi-Fi.

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Best Routers with Parental Controls for 2025

by | Sep 11, 2025 | Best Routers, Parental Controls

We tested and reviewed dozens of routers to see which ones have the best parental controls.

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

by | Sep 11, 2025 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

While Optimum has slightly cheaper plans and better satisfaction from its customers, it ultimately falls short of delivering the same quality and coverage that Verizon Fios plans can. If you’re trying to shave a few bucks a month off your bills, you can pick up Optimum and at worst cancel easily if you don’t like what you get, but we think Verizon Fios is the provider you’ll want to be with for the long haul.

Spectrum versus Optimum
Spectrum vs. Optimum: Which Internet Provider Is Best?

by | Sep 11, 2025 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Compare Spectrum and Optimum Internet services side-by-side with pricing, speeds, and more.

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What Is a Good Internet Speed for Gaming?

by and | Sep 10, 2025 | Brand Guides, Gaming, Internet Speed Guides

You don’t need a lot of speed to play games online or stream games to your devices. We examine what games and their associated networks require from an internet connection and explain how some external factors can disrupt your gameplay.