After a decade testing PCs, routers, and home networks, I know what causes slow speeds and can help you optimize your internet connection.

Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is a writer, a text-based adventure connoisseur, a lover of terrible movies and an enthusiastic yet mediocre cook. A CNET editor from 2013 to 2024, Ry's ...

Don't settle for sluggish Wi-Fi. Learn what internet speed tests mean and how to troubleshoot and fix common issues. Joe Supan is a senior writer for CNET covering home technology, broadband, and ...

07:15, Wed, Nov 19, 2025 Updated: 07:15, Wed, Nov 19, 2025 Bad broadband is one of the biggest frustrations of modern life. With millions of us working from home, streaming 4K movies, playing games ...