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If you’ve ever stared blankly at your router, yelled at your broadband provider, or wondered whether “the internet” was the problem, there’s now an app that can help you get to the bottom of things. The latest version of the Speedtest app from Ookla has a major new integration: Downdetector is now built into the app. Here’s how it works and, more importantly, why it gives you far more power in dealing with your broadband provider and keeping them honest. What’s New in the Spe

Slow connections, dead zones, and weak signals—if you’ve ever walked around your house clutching your phone, hunting for bars of Wi-Fi,...

When most people think about internet speed, they think download . How fast can you stream Netflix? How quickly will your game update? Internet providers plaster their ads with huge download numbers—100, 300, even 900 Mbps. But there’s a critical piece of the puzzle that often gets overlooked: upload speed . And in 2025, upload speed matters more than ever. What Is Upload Speed, and Why Should You Care? Upload speed determines how fast you can send data from your device to t

In today’s digital age, having a reliable and fast internet connection is essential for both work and play. Whether you are...

Hot off the heels of the latest "New" WiFi 6e. WiFi 7 has already been announced with new devices and routers on their way. WiFi...

Until recently choosing between Wi-Fi or ethernet (hardwired) to improve your home network was an easy choice. Direct hardwired cabling...