World’s first Wi-Fi 7 demo runs 2.4x faster than Wi-Fi 6
MediaTek has confirmed it has completed the world's first live demo of Wi-Fi 7 technology, with Wi-Fi 7 products are expected to become available in 2023.
Comcast tests 4Gbps speeds that could ramp up your internet
Comcast has revealed a major development in its goal to deliver internet speeds of 10Gbps for broadband users by conducting a successful 10G modem test.
SpaceX launches more Starlink satellites and reveals latest customer count
SpaceX has conducted its first rocket launch of 2022, deploying a batch of 49 Starlink internet satellites into low-Earth orbit.
SpaceX apologizes to customers for Starlink shipping delays
Starlink operator SpaceX has said that recent silicon shortages have impacted its production rate and affected its ability to fulfill “many” orders.
Boeing gets permission for Starlink-like internet-from-space project
Boeing has been granted permission to deploy satellites capable of beaming internet from space, similar to what SpaceX's Starlink service is already doing.
Scientists think the next big solar storm could create an ‘internet apocalypse’
Scientists say that our existing internet infrastructure -- namely undersea cables -- isn't equipped to weather the next big solar storm. Here's why.
The internet’s ‘phonebook’ is flawed and outdated. It’s time for an upgrade
DNS, aka the internet's phonebook, has been the foundation of the worldwide web since the 1970s -- but that foundation is starting to crumble and crack.
SpaceX reaches 100K Starlink customers. Here’s how to sign up
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk says Starlink, its internet-from-space service, has now shipped 100,000 terminals to customers, boosting its base by 90,000 in six months.
OneWeb launches more internet satellites to take on SpaceX’s Starlink
OneWeb has deployed more internet satellites as it edges toward the launch of a service similar to SpaceX's Starlink, which beams broadband from space.
SpaceX reveals date for Starlink global internet coverage
SpaceX president Gwynne Shotwell has been talking about when the company's Starlink internet service should be able to offer global coverage.
SpaceX Starlink internet could be coming to an airline near you
SpaceX has revealed it's in talks with several airlines about the possibility of its Starlink service providing in-flight internet.
This is the entire internet, visualized as an 18th-century map of the world
If all the websites on the internet were visualized as countries, with their sizes scaled in accordance with user traffic, this is what the map would look like.
Your digital fingerprint is tracked everywhere online. Brave wants to change that
No matter how hard you try to remain anonymous, websites can often determine who you are using a technique known as fingerprinting. Brave wants to change that.
How a beaver knocked out the internet for a remote Canadian community
A mischievous beaver took down the internet service for residents of a community in British Columbia, Canada, at the weekend. So how did it happen?
SpaceX’s Starlink internet service expands to more countries
SpaceX is about to launch its internet-from-space Starlink service in more countries, and also expand the coverage area in its existing locations.
SpaceX plans to beam its Starlink internet to vehicles, not just homes
SpaceX wants to beam internet from its Starlink satellites to vehicles on Earth, including aircraft, ships, large trucks, and RVs.
Elon Musk reveals upcoming internet speeds for Starlink service
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has been tweeting some interesting details on expected improvements to Starlink, the company's space-based internet service.
SpaceX expands Starlink internet service. Here’s how to pre-order
SpaceX started a low-key beta test of its Starlink internet service last summer, and now the company is expanding its reach to more customers.
SpaceX’s Starlink internet service now has more than 10,000 users
SpaceX's growing satellite constellation has enabled it to offer its Starlink internet service to more than 10,000 beta users to date.
How to check if a website is down
Unable to access your favorite website, no matter which browser or device you're using? It's probably not your fault. Learn how to check if a website is down.
Follow these 5 simple tips for a healthier relationship with technology
If you've developed an unhealthy dependency on technology, here are a few easy steps you can take to fight back and cultivate a healthier relationship with it.
Google parent firm pops Loon balloon internet project
Alphabet is ending its Loon initiative that used high-altitude internet balloons to provide connectivity to unconnected or under-connected communities.
Why do you see ads for stuff you’ve already bought?
Right now, you're probably seeing ads for all the stuff you already bought for Christmas. Curious why that happens? We did some digging to find out.
The internet is changing human migration patterns
It’s not exactly breaking news to say that the internet has changed the world. But this insight into migration is one way you might not have considered.
SpaceX’s Starlink wins major cash boost to bring internet to rural areas
SpaceX’s Starlink initiative aimed at beaming broadband from space will receive $885 million in federal funding to help it serve rural communities in the U.S.
The digital switch that blocks all websites from selling your personal data
Some of the internet's most influential organizations are joining forces to formalize a new privacy tool that'll protect your data with a single click.
Alphabet’s Loon balloon sets new record for longest stratospheric flight
A high-altitude internet balloon operated by Google parent Alphabet has made its longest stratospheric flight yet, staying aloft for 312 days.
SpaceX shares how much a Starlink satellite internet subscription will cost
SpaceX is expanding the beta test for its ambitious Starlink satellite internet constellation, according to an email sent to those who expressed interest.
Technology is easier than ever to use — and it’s making us miserable
Frictionless experiences have long been a top priority for interface designers, but the war on friction has led to some unintended consequences
An old TV crashed an entire village’s broadband for 18 months
Residents of a village in Wales kept losing their broadband connections at the same time every day. The cause? One resident's aging television set.
Why everyone is watching livestreams of normal life amid social distancing
Being stuck in their homes has left many of us uneasy, but some people are finding solace in live webcam views of normal everyday life amid social distancing.
Can U.S. internet infrastructure handle increased demand? Experts weigh in
Experts have said that the U.S. internet should be able to handle the increased strain on demand due to the outbreak of coronavirus, officially called COVID-19.
AT&T halts caps on broadband data as coronavirus drives many Americans inside
AT&T is the first internet service provider to temporarily halt its cap on broadband speeds due to the coronavirus. Other ISPs are being urged to follow suit,
6 things you should stop doing online
We've all grown used to browsing the internet in a certain way. But you and your personal data are today more vulnerable than ever. Therefore, it's time to switch things up a little. Here are a few steps you can take to have a more secure experience while browsing the internet.