Cierra was an associate writer for CNET's broadband team, covering all things home internet. She is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with a master's degree. Cierra is ...

After a decade of testing PCs, routers, and home networks, I know what causes slow speeds and how to optimize your internet.

A slow internet is super annoying. A spinning circle appears during your favorite Netflix show. Your game turns sluggish. What you're experiencing is internet "throttling" -- when your internet ...

Is your internet slower than usual? Some signs of slow internet include buffering, lag and dropped video calls. If you're experiencing this issue, it's a good idea to test your internet speed on your ...

If you’re experiencing a sluggish internet connection, it’s probably time to check the speed. We’ll show you several ways to measure the speed of your internet connection using on-board tools in ...

I recommend internet speed tests to pretty much everyone I meet experiencing the inevitable home internet slowdown. In fact, I’ve tested and used dozens of internet speed tests-- the market is pretty ...

Are you getting the internet speed you’re paying for? Should you blame a slow connection on your Wi-Fi router or internet provider? Can your internet handle things like online gaming or livestreaming?

Disruptive new diagnostic device puts 20 years of network expertise in the hands of ISPs and enterprises, empowering them to validate performance, end costly repeat visits, and boost customer ...

Bandwidth and latency are often confused, but they aren't the same thing. Though both can impact the speed and quality of your home internet experience. Freelance writer Amanda C. Kooser covers ...

There are two native ways to perform an Internet speed test from the Taskbar in Windows 11: Perform an Internet speed test using the Taskbar system tray Test Internet speed using the Quick Settings.