Cierra was an associate writer for CNET's broadband team, covering all things home internet. She is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with a master's degree. Cierra is ...

Fiber and cable internet generally provide the fastest speeds, while 5G and fixed wireless are growing as flexible options. Fiber is ideal for heavy users like gamers and remote workers, while cable ...

5G home internet is a wireless alternative to cable and fiber, offering simple setup and flexible plans. Leading providers in 2025 include T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T, and Starry, with plans starting from ...

Internet use is associated with fewer depressive symptoms, higher life satisfaction, and better self-reported health among adults aged 50 years or older across 23 countries than nonuse, a new cohort ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Internet use improved several measures of mental health in middle-aged and older adults. The findings may be due ...

Plenty of research has shown that scrolling social media is detrimental to one's mental health, but a new study suggests that limiting general internet use on smartphones also is beneficial. The study ...