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Category: Equipment Guides

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How to Set Up T-Mobile 5G Home Internet

by | Feb 10, 2026 | Brand Guides, Equipment Guides

In this guide, we’ll take a look at the nitty-gritty of the AT&T installation process, how to decide if self-installation is right for you, and whether you should rent or buy your equipment. And if you already know what info you’re looking for, use the quick links below to jump right to it.

Setting up a router
Should You Rent or Buy Your Modem and Router?

by | Feb 6, 2026 | Equipment Guides, How-To

Rent a modem or router (or both) from your internet provider if you want upgrades, replacements,...

Is Starlink Internet Down?

by | Feb 4, 2026 | Brand Guides, Equipment Guides, Internet Outage

Find out if there’s a Starlink outage and see what you can do to get back up, fast.

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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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Is Verizon Internet Down?

by | Jan 16, 2026 | Brand Guides, Equipment Guides, Internet Outage

Find out about Verizon internet outages and what you can do to get back online.

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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.

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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.

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Your Guide to Spectrum Internet Installation

by | Jan 13, 2026 | Brand Guides, Equipment Guides

Whether you’re in the market for a new Internet Service Provider (ISP) and considering Spectrum or you’ve already shopped around and made your choice, the next step is clear: ordering your service and installing it. We’ll walk you through the process of both self-installation and professional installation of Spectrum service. We’ll also talk about equipment and whether you’re better off renting from Spectrum or buying your own.

Setting up a router
How Often Should You Reboot Your Router?

by | Jan 6, 2026 | Equipment Guides, How-To

Learn how to reboot your router and when it’s necessary in order to improve your internet connection speed and reliability.

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Is EarthLink Down?

by | Jan 5, 2026 | Brand Guides, Equipment Guides, Internet Outage

There may be an outage, or it could be your equipment. Get helpful tips and contact info.

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Is AT&T Internet Down?

by | Dec 29, 2025 | Brand Guides, Equipment Guides, Internet Outage

No matter what type of internet you have from AT&T, outages are possible. Your mobile service...