Are you confused about the difference between a router and a modem? You’re not alone. Many people use these terms interchangeably, but they are actually two distinct devices with different functions.

Your modem and your router may be similar in appearance, but they have distinct roles when it comes to delivering you an internet connection ... the convenience of a combo system.

Your options for moving the router might seem limited by the location of your modem, and the incoming wiring for your home's internet connection. An extra-long Ethernet cable can come in handy here, ...

When you sign up for internet ... need your own modem You may have seen your ISP refer to its router as a gateway. Gateways are what we often refer to as a modem-router combo.

Most satellite internet setups today include just a modem, a wireless router, and a network cable. Satellite internet used to be very slow, with download speeds around 750 Kbps. Thanks to ...