How Much Internet Speed Do You Need at Home?

Household shares one internet connection for a video call, gaming, and TV streaming

Most homes should start by comparing 100 Mbps and 300 Mbps plans. A 100 Mbps connection is usually enough for one or two people who browse, make video calls, game, and stream on a few devices. A 300 Mbps plan gives a family more room for several streams, calls, and downloads at the same time. […]

Modem vs Router vs ONT: What Each Box Does

Cable modem and fiber ONT shown as alternative connections to a home WiFi router

A modem or ONT connects your home to the access network run by your internet provider. A router creates the home network and moves traffic between that network and the internet. Cable and DSL service normally use a modem. Full fiber normally uses an optical network terminal, or ONT. You may not see separate boxes […]