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Category: Equipment Guides

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How to Connect a TV to Wi-Fi

by | May 22, 2025 | Equipment Guides

Hey, reader. That’s a nice TV you’ve got there. We’ve compiled a guide to help you connect it to your home Wi-Fi network so you can start an epic streaming TV binge.

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Senior Internet Plans Guide

by and | May 9, 2025 | Equipment Guides

Need to get online for the latest grandkid updates? Check out our internet shopping tips.

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Best Internet and Mobile Bundles 2025

by | Apr 3, 2025 | Equipment Guides

Here’s what you’ll get on the top MVNOs if you’re interested in bundling smartphone and internet service.

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DISH Hopper 3 vs. DIRECTV Genie

by | Feb 19, 2025 | Equipment Guides, Versus Reviews

When you sign up for DISH or DIRECTV, you’re not just choosing a TV package—you’re choosing a DVR/receiver, which is your portal to all that delicious, mind-rotting eye candy.

Feature-rich and powerful, the DISH Hopper 3 is consistently named the best TV box in the biz. DIRECTV’s Genie is well-regarded, but not as mighty, and consistently second-banana to the Hopper 3. If you want more details, keep reading to see what we’ve dug up on both boxes.

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Your Guide to Watching 4K Ultra HD in 2025

by | Jan 27, 2025 | Equipment Guides

Now that 4K technology is becoming the new standard for TV resolution, and TV providers carry more 4K TV channels and on-demand content, you probably have questions. What are the best 4K TVs? Which 4K streaming service is best? Is there a difference between 4K and 4K Ultra HD? Our TV experts have the answers for you.

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How to Set Up a Plex Media Server

by | Jan 22, 2025 | Equipment Guides

Tired of hooking up adapters to play content from a computer onto your TV? Plex is a free media server service that lets you wirelessly watch home videos, stream music, or view photos on any compatible device.

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What Is Wi-Fi 7?

by | Sep 23, 2024 | Equipment Guides

Should you upgrade your router? We’ll explain the latest Wi-Fi technology behind the newest Wi-Fi routers.

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Best CenturyLink-Compatible Modems 2025

by | Sep 13, 2024 | Equipment Guides

DSL technology varies so vastly that finding a compatible modem for CenturyLink is tricky business. But buying your modem can save you money in the long run from CenturyLink.

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Your Guide to Internet Speeds

by | Aug 1, 2024 | 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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Is Gigabit Internet Worth It?

by | Aug 1, 2024 | Equipment Guides

Major internet providers are launching fast gigabit internet plans, but are they worth the hefty price tag?

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