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Kevin Parrish
Kevin Parrish has more than a decade of experience working as a writer, editor, and product tester. He began writing about computer hardware and soon branched out to other devices and services such as networking equipment, phones and tablets, game consoles, and other internet-connected devices. His work has appeared in Tom’s Hardware, Tom's Guide, Maximum PC, Digital Trends, Android Authority, How-To Geek, Lifewire, and others. At HighSpeedInternet.com, he focuses on network equipment testing and review.
Best Wi-Fi 6 Routers for 2023: The Best We’ve Tested to Date
by Kevin Parrish | Jun 28, 2023 | Equipment Guides, Technology
Wi-Fi 6 isn’t the latest, but it’s now the most-used spec on routers and gateways to deliver better speeds and capacity than the Wi-Fi 5. We list the best Wi-Fi 6 routers you can get right now if you’re ready for an upgrade.
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How to Connect Your Computer to Your Router with a Wired Connection
by Kevin Parrish | Jun 27, 2023 | FAQ
If you’re setting up your own router or trying to fix an issue with your network, there’s a lot to learn about what cables you’ll need and how to use them.
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Best Internet Plans and Discounts for Students
by Kevin Parrish | Jun 27, 2023 | Brand Guides
In addition to a wide range of public programs that help students stay connected, many ISPs offer their own programs designed to help students. Check out programs from Xfinity, Spectrum, Mediacom, and Frontier.
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The Best Ethernet Cables of 2023
by Kevin Parrish | Jun 27, 2023 | Equipment Guides, Gaming, Internet Speed Guides
Ethernet cables are a major part of your home network. You need at least one to connect your router to your modem or fiber ONT. We list the best Ethernet cables available today so you can safeguard your speeds against possible wired slowdowns.
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Mbps vs. Gbps: Do You Need Gigabit Internet?
by Kevin Parrish | Jun 27, 2023 | FAQ, Gaming, Internet Speed Guides
Gigabit internet is a connection with speeds between 940–1,000 Mbps. But do you really need a connection that fast? We list the benefits of a gigabit connection and every plan with gigabit speeds and faster so you can decide.
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The Best Web Browsers of 2023
by Kevin Parrish | Jun 27, 2023 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides, Streaming Guides
You need a web browser to surf the World Wide Web, but which one is the best? We ran the most popular web browsers through a series of tests to see which one is the fastest on Windows and MacOS.
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Which Internet Service Providers Have Data Caps?
by Kevin Parrish | Jun 26, 2023 | Brand Guides
Data should flow freely like a mountain stream trickling downhill, but some internet providers block that flow after a set limit. We list the internet providers that enforce data caps and those that don’t.
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What Is a Good Internet Speed for Gaming?
by Kevin Parrish | Jun 26, 2023 | Brand Guides, Gaming, Internet Speed Guides
You don’t need a lot of speed to play games online or stream games to your devices. We examine what games and their associated networks require from an internet connection and explain how some external factors can disrupt your gameplay.
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Best Long-Range Routers for Extended Wi-Fi 2023
by Kevin Parrish | Jun 26, 2023 | Equipment Guides, Internet Speed Guides
We dodged traffic and stood across the street to see which router delivered good speeds.
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Best Internet Browsers for Streaming
by Kevin Parrish | Jun 26, 2023 | Brand Guides
Best for Windows Microsoft Edge Free Streams 4K Netflix content Adds web apps Get Microsoft Edge...
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NETGEAR R6700AX Review
by Kevin Parrish | Jun 23, 2023 | Equipment Guides, Product Reviews
The R6700AX is a decent pick if you’re on a budget, but don’t expect lots of performance. We dive into the R7600AX to see if it’s the right budget-oriented router for your small family or apartment.
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Google Nest Wifi Review
by Kevin Parrish | Jun 23, 2023 | Equipment Guides, Product Reviews
Google Nest Wifi is a little outdated but still a decent buy if you want basic mesh networking at an affordable price.
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