Rachel Oaks
Rachel Oaks has written hundreds of helpful articles in their five years at CableTV.com. You want all the deets on internet providers, download speeds, and affordable internet? They’re your new favorite writer. Rachel earned their Bachelor of Arts in English at Southern Utah University. You can find more of Rachel’s delightful insights on Yahoo! Finance, Roku.com, and BestCompany.
Best Fiber Internet Providers for 2023: Prices, Speeds, and More
by Rachel Oaks | Jan 22, 2024 | Best Of, Reviews
Here, we’ll get straight into the best fiber internet providers so you can get all those glass strands hooked up to your house and plug into the fastest, most-reliable internet connection around.
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Verizon Fios vs. Optimum Internet
by Rachel Oaks | Jan 22, 2024 | Reviews, Versus Reviews
If you live in the parts of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut (plus Lemoyne, Pennsylvania) where Verizon Fios and Optimum intersect, you’re one lucky internet-lover.
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How to Get the Best Internet for Gaming
by Rachel Oaks | Dec 21, 2023 | Equipment Guides
Tired of lag taking down your gaming sessions? Here’s what you need from your internet setup to game optimally.
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Your Guide to Internet Speeds
by Rachel Oaks | Dec 13, 2023 | Equipment Guides
Internet service providers use a lot of specialized language to talk about Wi-Fi and internet plans. If the technical stuff goes over your head, you’re not alone. But you don’t have to be confused about your internet plan anymore—we’re here to explain internet speeds so you can be a Wi-Fi wiz.
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Fastest Wireless Routers 2024
by Rachel Oaks | Nov 30, 2023 | Equipment Guides
Our experts compared 81 Wi-Fi 6 routers to find the fastest routers on the market.
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Best Mesh Wi-Fi Systems 2024
by Rachel Oaks | Nov 29, 2023 | Best Of, Equipment Guides
Our experts compared 55 mesh Wi-Fi systems to find the best one for your home.
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Best Wi-Fi Extenders 2024
by Rachel Oaks | Nov 28, 2023 | Best Of, Equipment Guides
There’s more to Wi-Fi than just speed: your Wi-Fi network’s range is also an important part of performance. Improve your internet reliability with a Wi-Fi extender.
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TV Buying Guide: How to Choose the Right TV
by Rachel Oaks | Nov 16, 2023 | Equipment Guides
With a big purchase like a TV, you want to be sure you’re making the right decision. We’re here to help you learn what to look for in a TV so that once you’ve got it set up, all you need to worry about is which show to watch first.
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Best Cox-Compatible Modems 2023
by Rachel Oaks | Aug 24, 2023 | Best Of
If you’re paying $14.99 per month to lease Cox’s Panoramic Wi-Fi Gateway, you’re missing out on an opportunity to save cash. Over time, buying your own cable modem and wireless router costs a lot less than borrowing from Cox.
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The Complete Guide to TV Ports: How to Hook Up Your TV
by Rachel Oaks | Jun 12, 2023 | Equipment Guides
Not sure how to connect your TV? We made a comprehensive cheat sheet on how to connect everything to everything else. DVI? HDMI? USB? Bookmark this page and never be confused again.
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