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All things network from Web browsers to wireless networking to IPv6 with your host, and long-time networking hand, Steven J. Vaughan-Nichols.

Steven Vaughan-Nichols

Steven J. Vaughan-Nichols is a freelance writer and technology analyst. Besides ZDNET, he works with Foundry (Formerly IDG Communications), The Register, The New Stack, and Cathey Communications. He does not own stocks or other investments in any technology company.

Latest Posts

The best live TV streaming services: Watch sports and news without cable

Want to cut the cord? You can switch to one of our favorite live TV streaming services, and cancel at any time. Most of them even have packages that let you stream sports and news online.

May 16, 2023 by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Video Streaming Services

Twitter moves free users to the spam folder and makes a risky bet on its future

Less than 0.12% of current Twitter users are paid subscribers. Elon Musk is determined to change that.

March 29, 2023 by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Social Media

If you want a checkmark on Twitter now, you're going to have to pay for it

The old blue checkmarks for notable Twitter accounts are being sunsetted next month. Here are all the new checkmarks and rules being introduced.

March 24, 2023 by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Social Media

How to watch March Madness 2023: Your best streaming options

It's that time of year again when it's all about college basketball. Here's how you can stream all your favorite team's games.

March 19, 2023 by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Video Streaming Services

Modem vs router: What's the difference?

You'll need both for your internet connection, but they do different jobs.

March 8, 2023 by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Home Networking

How to watch Super Bowl 2023: All your streaming options

Wondering which streaming services will help you catch the big game? We've got you covered.

February 12, 2023 by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Video Streaming Services

The best video streaming services: Netflix vs. Hulu vs. Disney+ and more

Looking to watch the latest binge-worthy shows? The best video streaming services have multiple subscription options, original content, and live TV.

February 9, 2023 by Lena Borrelli in Video Streaming Services

I tried Delta's new free inflight Wi-Fi. Here's how fast it was

Delta's new free inflight internet service is better and more stable than earlier services and free to all SkyMiles members.

February 5, 2023 by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Networking

What are the best mobile VPNs, and do they slow down your connection?

With many using mobile apps for financial transactions, emails, and social networking, the best mobile VPNs of 2023 can ensure your information remains yours.

January 17, 2023 by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in VPN

Thanks to open source, 5G cracks 50% of the telecom market

While it's invisible to users, open-source software underlays all of 5G.

November 16, 2022 by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in 5G

Want to search across all of your streaming channels? These two apps can help

Now, more than ever, we have an abundance of great TV shows and movies only a click away. Here's how to track down the ones you want to watch.

August 29, 2022 by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Video Streaming Services

Tech giants, including Meta, Google, and Amazon, want to put an end to leap seconds

For decades, we've used leap seconds to keep our computers in sync with Earth's rotation time. Now, Meta and many others argue that new leap seconds are more trouble than they're worth.

July 26, 2022 by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Networking

Google Fi: The best phone service for international travel

With COVID-19 slowly receding, international business travel and vacations are reviving, and that means you need to think about what's the best cellular service when you're outside the United States.

June 6, 2022 by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Mobile Carriers

My Instagram account was hacked and two-factor authentication didn't help

I would have called the Instagram tech support number, except -- surprise! -- there's no such thing. Oh foolish, foolish me.

May 23, 2022 by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Security

Motorola MH7603 mesh router review: Inexpensive Wi-Fi 6 for the win

Wi-Fi 6 can deliver great speeds, but it usually comes with a high price tag as well. The Motorola MH7603 mesh router, however, offers good throughput for a decent price.

May 5, 2022 by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Reviews