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What’s the difference between a modem and a cable modem?
The difference between a modem and cable modem includes 5 key factors: type of connection, speed performance, equipment and technology used. Learn more.
Cable Modems Explained: OFDM vs OFDMA
Should you choose a cable modem/router that supports OFDM or OFDMA? What is the difference? Here’s what you need to know.
Cable Modems Explained: Compatibility with Service Providers
Not all cable modems are supported by all Internet service providers (ISP). Before you buy, make sure yours is compatible with your service provider. Here are some tips.
Buying vs Renting a Router
Should you invest in your own Internet equipment and buy a router instead of renting one from your Internet service provider (ISP)? It depends on the cost and your preferences. Here are some pros and cons to help you decide.
Cable Modem Routers… A Complete Guide
This friendly, complete cable modem guide will answer your essential questions about cable modems, comparisons, compatibility and more FAQs that matter to you.
How Cable Modems Work
A cable modem is a type of modem that delivers broadband Internet service through the same cable that supplies cable television service called coaxial cables. Learn more about how it works.
Cable Modems Explained: Fixed vs Switchable Frequency
Should you choose a cable modem with fixed frequency or switchable frequency capabilities? What does that even mean? Here’s what you need to know.
Cable Modem Router
What is WiFi 6 and Is WiFi 6 Really Better?
WiFi 6 (802.11ax) is the latest WiFi standard. It is the best and fastest WiFi standard with speed up to 9.6 Gbps. Learn more.
Cable Modem Router: 2.4 GHz vs 5 GHz Wi-Fi
Choosing the right band between 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz on your cable broadband modem can improve your Wi-Fi experience. Learn more.
WiFi Cable Modem Routers Explained: Benefits of 802.11ax WiFi vs 802.11ac WiFi
Hitron has a variety of gateways that support both 802.11ac (Wi-Fi 5) and an 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) standards. Here are the benefits and differences of each Wi-Fi standard when it comes to your cable modem router to help you choose the right one for your home network.
What is a Router?
A router is a small box that translates data from your modem to communicate a Wi-Fi signal to the devices on your local network. Learn more.
Cable Modem Router Must-Have Features
Cable modem routers are different than cable modems, but share some of the same key features. The best cable modem router offers fast Internet and easy home networking. Make sure that your cable modem router has these must-have features.
DOCSIS 3.1 and DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modems Explained
Make sure you and your kids are set up for success for a virtual at-home school year with strong Wi-Fi for video call classes during the coronavirus era.
DOCSIS
What is a DOCSIS 3.1 Modem?
DOCSIS 3.1 modems offer benefits like download speeds of up to 10Gbps and upload speeds of 1Gbps. Learn more about fast, lag-free, reliable Internet.
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Gateway
What is a Gateway?
A gateway is a small box hardware device that is a combination of both a modem and a router in one. It gives you wireless Internet access by communicating with your ISP and sending a Wi-Fi signal to the devices on your local network. Learn more.
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Common FAQs
802.11ac vs 802.11ax: Which is Better?
802.11ax is the next generation of WiFi, also called WiFi 6, that has improved performance features over 802.11ac. We will show you how they are different and which one might be best for you.
What is Required to be an Approved Spectrum Modem?
A certified or approved Spectrum modem is only compatible with Spectrum Internet services. Here are a few high-level things to know. Check out Hitron’s versatile solutions to meet your needs for various ISPs.
Replacing Your Spectrum Internet Cable Modem
To buy a replacement Spectrum Internet cable modem, you need to know your Internet service provider’s (ISP) compatibility requirements and specifications. Learn more.
What’s required to be an approved Xfinity modem router?
An approved Xfinity router is only compatible with Xfinity Internet services. Here are a few high-level things to know. Check out Hitron’s versatile solutions to meet your needs for various ISPs.
5 Warning Signs Your Cable Modem is Dying
Cable modems eventually need to be upgraded. Here are 5 warning signs that yours is about to die. Learn more.
The Difference Between a Modem and a Router
A modem and a router have similar features, but each device has a specific function. You can get away with having just a modem to connect to the Internet, but if you have multiple devices, then you need a router too. Here’s the difference between each device.
What’s required to be an approved xfinity modem?
An approved Xfinity modem is only compatible with Xfinity Internet services. Here are a few high-level things to know. Check out Hitron’s versatile solutions to meet your needs for various ISPs.
Comparisons
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