When you sign up for DSL Internet service, you usually select a package that lets you use a certain amount of bandwidth. Bandwidth refers to the speed at which data moves from one place to another.

Comcast will raise its broadband Internet speeds by at least a third later this year--part of its effort to fend off DSL rivals. With Baby Bell local phone providers making inroads with cheaper but ...

American households continue to sign up rapidly for broadband Internet connections, but the meaning of “high-speed” varies widely depending on whether a cable company or phone carrier is providing the ...

To construct its current map of who has broadband, the FCC relies on the self-reported data of Internet service providers. Another set of data developed through an open-source speed test indicates ...

Whether you're working from home or at the office, reliable and fast internet is essential for everyday life. Typical modem speeds are measured in megabits per second and can range from 50 Mbps to ...

The right internet service plan will give you the speed you need for all your streaming, downloading, and computer activities. It’s almost inconceivable now, but just a few decades ago most people ...

If you’re serious about the Internet, chances are you spend anywhere from $30 to $99 per month for a broadband Internet connection. But regardless of how much you pay, are you getting all the speed ...

Ofcom hopes voluntary action will sort consumer gripes... Telecoms watchdog Ofcom has published a voluntary Code of Practice that sets out guidelines for ISPs to ensure they give customers a realistic ...

Whether you're shopping for internet service or trying to decipher how a router works, we've got you covered with some of the top industry terms. Freelance writer Amanda C. Kooser covers gadgets and ...

Nearly 3,000 homes and businesses in Truth or Consequences and Williamsburg get 8-gig broadband in a major rural upgrade.

Tech journalists, read this explainer to understand what legislators are doing to improve broadband access and affordability across states.