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See how a MoCA (Multimedia over Coax Alliance) network could give you a more reliable home internet connection, and learn how MoCA network adapters work.

What is a MoCA Network?

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Do you know the difference between DSL, Fiber, Cable and 5G Home Internet? Here’s a quick breakdown of them all.

DSL Vs. Fiber Vs. Cable Vs. 5G Home Internet | T-Mobile 5G Home Internet

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DSL vs. Fiber vs. Cable vs. 5G Home Internet

What are good download and upload speeds? Get the facts and learn how they play a role in keeping you connected.

Upload Vs. Download Speed: What You Need To Know | T-Mobile 5G Home Internet

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Upload vs. Download Speed: What You Need to Know

What’s a public vs. private IP address? How about static vs. dynamic IP setups? Or IPv4 vs. IPv6 differences? See this helpful guide.

A Guide To Public vs Private & Static vs Dynamic IP Addresses | T-Mobile 5G Home Internet

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A Guide to Public vs. Private vs. Static vs. Dynamic IP Addresses

Everyone wants the best deals for internet services. But with so many seemingly great internet offers out there, how can you decide? We'll help get you started.

How To Find The Best Deals On Internet Services | T-Mobile 5G Home Internet

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How To Find The Best Deals On Internet Service

What's the difference between 5G vs. Wi-Fi? Is 5G as good as Wi-Fi? The fact is: both are wireless technologies, but they serve different purposes. Read on.

The Difference Between 5G And Wi-Fi | T-Mobile 5G Home Internet

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What are the pros and cons of using a gateway vs. router-modem combos that are separate? We'll dive into modems, routers, gateways and beyond.

Pros & Cons of Using a Gateway vs. Router & Modem | T-Mobile 5G Home Internet

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Pros &amp; Cons of Using a Gateway vs. Router &amp; Modem

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If you’ve ever been stuck looking at those two little black boxes and wondering which is which, here's how to tell the difference between a modem vs. router.

The Difference Between Modems and Routers | Router vs Modem

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How to Tell the Difference Between Your Modem vs. Router

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Dive into the latest technologies and 5G-ready devices designed to help you cut the cord. No need to sacrifice seamless fast home internet.

Internet Devices

From modems, to routers, to 5G gateways, and more—learn about different types of internet devices and how they play a role in home internet access.

The Signal: Internet Devices for Home | T-Mobile

We’ve got answers to common internet questions that can help you better navigate the connected world at home and on-the-go.

Internet Help

Have questions about the internet? You’ve come to the right place. Get answers to commonly asked internet questions and gain a better understanding of it all.

The Signal: Answers for Internet Questions | T-Mobile

Here is a range of information about internet services, including fiber optics, cable, DSL, satellite, wireless 5G internet service and beyond.

When it comes to internet service providers, you have a lot of choices these days. Get the facts about cable, DSL, fiber, 5G internet service & more.

The Signal: Internet Services | T-Mobile

Discover all things internet-speed related, including the latest technology, home Wi-Fi solutions, essential security protections, different types of service providers, how to troubleshoot lag, and more. Want to take your home-internet experience to new heights? <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/home-internet" target="_blank" rel="noopener">T-Mobile Home Internet</a> has a <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/home-internet/plans" target="_blank" rel="noopener">variety of plans</a> for every budget with extras like Advanced Cyber Security, 24/7 tech support, streaming perks, and more. You can also <a href="https://fiber.t-mobile.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">try T-Mobile Fiber</a>! It’s perfect for avid gamers, streamers, or gadget gurus who want a boost in performance, without the pricey annual contract.

Speed

Discover all things internet speed related, including the latest speed tests, network optimizations, latency debugging, and definition content.