What's the difference between a modem and a router? Learn how these two devices work together to connect your home to the internet and provide Wi-Fi.

If you've ever poked around your router settings, you might have come across something called "Bridge Mode." It sounds technical (and, well, it is), but the concept is actually pretty simple. Bridge ...

In recent years, virtual private networks (VPNs) have gone from technically advanced programs that only IT pros use to consumer-friendly tools that the mainstream masses are familiar with. Many people ...

Routers and firewalls are network security devices, sometimes grouped into business and home network packages or sold separately as dedicated hardware. Though the two are closely linked, routers and ...

A VPN-enabled router can provide online privacy for any device connected to it. But not all router models allow it. Joe Supan is a senior writer for CNET covering home technology, broadband, and ...

Almost everyone has a phone with them, and some even bring a laptop whenever they travel. Tech enthusiasts might have even more, including a tablet and a handheld gaming console — all of which connect ...