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 ...

Are you getting the internet speed you’re paying for? Should you blame a slow connection on your Wi-Fi router or internet provider? Can your internet handle things like online gaming or livestreaming?

Struggling with slow-loading websites or constant buffering during a video call? Before blaming your Wi-Fi or contacting your service provider, the first step is to measure your internet speed. A ...