by Daniel Nofsinger | Feb 17, 2021 | Learn, Learn - Consumer - Cable Modems & Routers, Learn - Consumer - Cable Modems & Routers - Cable Modems
Too much device traffic on one home Wi-Fi network leads to congestion which leads to slow Internet. That’s why modern cable modems have evolved to create more than one “lane” – or channel – to let that traffic through. This feature is called channel bonding. If you...
by Daniel Nofsinger | Feb 17, 2021 | Learn, Learn - Consumer - Cable Modems & Routers, Learn - Consumer - Cable Modems & Routers - Cable Modems
So, you decided to buy a cable modem or cable modem router for your home network. Now you need to figure out which is best for you. Choosing the right device depends on your specific home setup and your overall Internet needs. Here are some things to consider when...
by Daniel Nofsinger | Jul 22, 2025 | Learn, Learn - Consumer - Cable Modems & Routers, Learn - Consumer - Cable Modems & Routers - Common FAQs
If your Internet is cutting in and out—or your modem just doesn’t seem to work like it used to—your modem may be the problem. Most people don’t realize that modems can and do go bad over time. In this guide, you’ll learn the signs of a failing cable modem, why it...
by Daniel Nofsinger | Jul 21, 2025 | Learn, Learn - Consumer - Cable Modems & Routers, Learn - Consumer - Cable Modems & Routers - Common FAQs
The difference between a router and modem is simple: A modem connects your home to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and brings Internet service into your home. A router takes that Internet connection and shares it wirelessly (or wired) with your devices inside the...
by Daniel Nofsinger | Jul 20, 2025 | Learn, Learn - Consumer - Cable Modems & Routers, Learn - Consumer - Cable Modems & Routers - Common FAQs
If your Internet isn’t working right now, here’s what you need to know fast:Restarting your Cox modem is a quick power cycle that keeps your settings and often fixes slow or dropped connections. Resetting, on the other hand, erases everything and restores factory...
