From multigigabit fiber to plug-and-play 5G, we break down the pros, cons and costs of every major broadband technology.

We write a lot about fiber internet at CNET. It’s often touted as the “gold standard” of broadband by policymakers, experts and internet users alike. The Fiber Broadband Association estimates that a ...

The internet is a global network of servers that moves and stores data using hardware, software, and protocols. Wi-Fi is a local wireless network that distributes the internet signal to devices in ...

For years, T-Mobile's home internet offerings have been exclusively wireless and relying on just 4G LTE and 5G connections. This, however, changed with the launch of T-Mobile Fiber in June 2025.

Having a fast and reliable internet connection is essential for almost everything you do on your Windows PC — from conference calls and streaming your favorite shows to gaming and simply browsing the ...