Our networking pro reveals three dead-simple fixes most people miss for faster internet, plus insider secrets to choosing a better internet plan.
Guest: Senior staff writer Joel Santo Domingo
Products We Recommend
- Tool to find internet providers in your area: www.broadbandmap.fcc.gov
- Look up your internet speed (upload speeds especially!): www.speedtest.net or www.fast.com (from Netflix)
- USB hub for plugging in an ethernet cord to a computer or laptop: Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1)
- Powerline adapter for better wifi without a cord: TP-Link TL-WPA8631P Kit
- Joel loves: Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro
Additional Reading
- The Gear to Get Reliable Wi-Fi in Any Home
- The 3 Best Wi-Fi Routers of 2025
- The Best Cable Modem of 2025
- The 4 Best Powerline Networking Adapters of 2025
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