New Mover’s Internet Checklist: What to Do Before, During & After Your Move

Planning a move? Don’t forget your internet connection! Our New Mover’s Internet Checklist walks you through everything you need to know about setting up or transferring your internet service before, during, and after your move. Whether you’re selling your home or settling into a new one, these steps will help you stay connected — especially […]

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Are Streaming Boxes Safe? Legal & Security Issues You Need to Know

Are streaming boxes safe? With more devices promising free movies and live TV without subscriptions, it’s a question every viewer should ask. In this guide, DFN breaks down what streaming boxes are, how to know if they’re legal, and what security risks they pose — plus, how to keep your home internet network safe from […]

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Backing Up Your Digital Life

Ever lost a file, photo, or document you thought was safe? Whether your computer crashes, your phone breaks, or you accidentally delete a folder, data loss happens more often than you think. In this guide, DFN shares how to back up your digital life — with easy, practical steps to protect your photos, files, and […]

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Spot Hidden Bandwidth Hogs with DFN’s Total Home WiFi and HomePass by Plume®

When you think of “bandwidth hogs,” you probably imagine streaming, gaming, or video calls. But many less obvious devices and apps are using your internet behind the scenes. These silent users can pile up — especially in busy households — and cause slowdowns just when you need speed the most. Unfortunately, these “background” users can […]

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How the Internet Really Works: Internet, Web, Browsers & Search Explained

The Internet: Our Invisible Lifeline We use the internet every day — to stream, work, shop, video chat, and more. But few people stop to think about how it all actually works. In this quick guide, we’ll break down the basics: Let’s untangle the web. What Is the Internet? The internet isn’t just the connection […]

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