Cierra is 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 ...

Expertise Home internet and broadband, including plans, providers, internet speeds and connection types. Movies and film studies. Credentials Master's degree in Cinema Studies from NYU and ...

Both a modem and a router are essential when it comes to a wireless internet connection in your home. Learn their uses and ...

But exactly how fast is your connection? It’s free and easy to check your internet speed using a free third-party speed test. Here’s what you need to know. Internet speed tests evaluate your ...