No publication really reviews cable modems—the task is difficult because the reviewer can’t know whether it’s the modem or the ISP that’s to blame for slower speeds—so the few reviews ...

The two major components in a small computer network are a modem and wireless router. The modem is wired to the Internet via the cable company's coaxial cable, the telephone company's DSL phone ...

Some modems, routers, and gateway devices have a “link” light that indicates an active network connection. This light typically glows blue or green and sometimes flashes. If the link light is off, ...

Are you confused about the difference between a router and a modem? You’re not alone. Many people use these terms ...

(1) (Voice Over IP modem) A device that converts Internet-based voice service from the cable or telephone company to the user's telephones. Officially called an analog telephone adapter.