An open-access network can offer fast fiber, but it works differently than what's offered by typical broadband providers. Freelance writer Amanda C. Kooser covers gadgets and tech news with a twist ...

If your Wi-Fi network isn't properly secured, you could be leaving your Wi-Fi wide open to hackers, data thieves and other ...

Learn how the internet works with a simple guide on DNS, IP addresses, and routing—explained clearly to show how online connections happen in seconds.

The internet is bigger and more fragile than ever, thanks to larger attacks. Much of that growth is driven by bots and AI crawlers. Increasingly, we use smartphones and satellites to access the web.

When figuring out what’s happening with an errant internet connection, most folks turn to online or app-based speed tests, most notably the venerable gold standard, Speedtest.net by Ookla, for initial ...