On the plus side, the prices are lower than other connection types. Cable internet uses the same coaxial cable connection as cable TV, which means it’s widely available and relatively fast.

Cable internet is the most widely available wired internet connection type, with coverage to more than 8 in 10 US households, according to the latest data from the Federal Communications Commission.

In the same way that upgrading to one of the best Wi-Fi routers does, purchasing your own cable modem means that you will no longer have to pay equipment rental fees to your internet service provider.

A device used to connect one or more computers to a cable company's Internet service. The same coaxial cable coming into the house or office also provides TV and voice over IP (VoIP) service.