
Skip the hassle and go contract-free with your home internet. We've gathered our top picks of no-contract internet service providers for your home. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/best-no-contract-internet-providers/#ftag=CADf328eec

Finding a decent internet option is tougher in a less populated area. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/best-rural-internet-providers/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Jan. 1. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-wednesday-jan-1/#ftag=CADf328eec

Whether you're a hardcore gamer or just want to stream your favorite show at the end of the night, a Wi-Fi router is an essential piece of equipment for every home. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/best-wi-fi-routers/#ftag=CADf328eec

Refinance rates were mixed, but one key rate tapered off. Experts expect refi activity to go up as rates drop. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/key-refinance-rate-moves-lower-refinance-rates-for-jan-1-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Some important mortgage rates inched up. Here's what experts say is next for the housing market this year. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/mortgage-rates-climb-todays-mortgage-rates-on-jan-1-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Wi-Fi extenders are a relatively cheap way to eliminate Wi-Fi dead zones, but they won't work as well as a full-fledged mesh system. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/best-wifi-extenders/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 570 for Jan. 1. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-jan-1-570/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1,292 for Jan. 1. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-jan-1-1292/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints — and the answers — for the Jan. 1 Strands puzzle, No. 304. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-jan-1-304/#ftag=CADf328eec