Internet Service Providers

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    ISP torrent throttling slows down speed from 1.8 mbps to 1-5 kbps

    GTA 5 download(from skidrow games) with bittorent client,speed at first is very good above 1.8 mbps.But after a while it drastically reduces to less than 10 kbps.So decided to change client and give a try with utorrent.But same thing happens...at first 1.8mbps then reduces to 10kbps after 15...
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    Weird things going on....

    Hello everyone, Im not sure where to start so i just will start listing problem, i will try to be clear, bare with me. I just got a new Nighthawk R7000 Router from Netgear, it was recommended as one of the best as per this forum a couple of weeks ago. I got rid of my ISP's crappy router, and...
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    Can you port a cell phone to a landline?

    We ported a number we need to keep over to a cell phone, but would like to have the number on a land line is that possible? We switched ISP which is why the number was transferred to begin with.
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    1gbps internet but getting really slow speeds

    I've changed my ISP not long ago and I got a 1gbps internet but the problem is : I'm getting really upset by the fact that my download speeds vary from 8mbps to 20mbps ( rarely ) and the upload speeds goes around 100mbps to 500mbps, which is fine. I'm not being able to download files fast...
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    VPN and Chromecast

    I want to run the Kodi streaming app from my android tablet through my Chromecast without my ISP seeing it. I have Private Internet Access (vpn) on my laptop and android tablet. I've seen the solutions for a VPN enabled router and for setting up a virtual wifi/router and creating a hotspot . I...
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    touchscreen laptop ideas

    I am wondering if it is possible to purchase a touch screen laptop that has an ethernet port.I know this is an odd request but I have many troubles with my Wifi connection that my isp seems unable to rectify>so at the moment this would seem best option. I know many people will say switch isp but...
  7. Herc08

    Google.com sites not working in Google Chrome

    So this is weird. I am usually good with software (in fact plan on taking the 220-901 exam today). But I can't figure this one out. This only happens in Chrome. When I first start it up, the website(s) works just fine, but after about 5 mins, it will be stuck on waiting. So I'm thinking this is...
  8. tfitch11

    Looking for AV/Malware Protection after possibly being hacked/keylogged

    Hey Toms! Recently I had a lot of accounts randomly compromised, including Facebook, Amazon, Netflix + more. Per the message I received from Amazon, a list of emails + passwords was published somewhere, and I was one of those emails on it. I am in the horrible habit (which I'm trying to...
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    Connected, No Internet

    Ok so my WiFi has suddenly stopped working. This is both on my laptop AND my phone AND any other phones/tablets in the house. It says Connected, but no Internet. Since this is a problem on all devices, I'm assuming the problem is with the router/ my ISP? I'm in India and ISPs offer terrible...
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    Router's settings keep getting changed without my knowledge

    Am i in the right forum? If i'm not, apologies, it's my first time posting here :) Here's my problem. I have a Prolink H5004n ADSL router that i got from my ISP (PLDT), and it has been working great for about 3 years now. Since last year, i changed its DNS servers to OpenDNS and so far it's...
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    Sony XBR55810C or Vizio P-55 for both Cable and PC use?

    My toshiba 50" died a few days back and i have been researching 4K TV's. I have a budget of $1200 and the only 4K TV's that are said/reviewed to be really good for about that amount are the Sony 810C and P series 50"or 55" by Vizio. The Vizio 50" is only 60Hz and the other two are 120hz and the...
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    TV and Internet through different providers?

    I need to set up Internet through a different provider than my current TV service provider. What problems could I encounter, and how can they possibly be avoided?
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    Laptop having wifi trouble.

    So my mom's hp laptop decided to start having wifi issues today... We have a number of devices on the wifi, and hers in the only one that won't connect so it must be local to that computer right? It detects our wifi but won't connect and the troubleshooter can't find anything to fix. It was...
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    My VPN failed?

    I use IPVanish but I received a notice from my ISP Verizon. I am asking for help as I am not sure how this happened and I would like to prevent it from happening again. I use bit torrent for my material. Please help. Thanks
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    I have two android tablets and they both have authentication failed problems. How can I fix this?

    Authentications problems on two tablets. :??: Do I need to buy a new tablet or will this problem carry over to a new one? How do I conquer this authentication problem. It seemed to just pop up over night. I have WIFI and have talked to my ISP provider and they were no help. Will you please...
  16. henrytcasey

    135 Million Cable Modems Vulnerable to Easy Attack

    One of the most critically acclaimed and popular cable modems can be shut down by an attack you or I could easily pull off. 135 Million Cable Modems Vulnerable to Easy Attack : Read more
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    Will a VPN on my home network protect me from my ISP?

    I'm looking to set up a VPN on my linux machine to add a bit more security when I download. I'm going to be using OpenVPN and I know how to set up servers and what not but I'm unsure if my efforts would be worth it. If I set up a VPN on my home network and connect my computer to it to download...
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    Used Note 4 (Sprint) can't be identified at all by Sprint? Really weird..

    I just bought a used Samsung Galaxy Note 4 on eBay. Model SM-N910P. The previous carrier was Sprint and it was advertised as "clean ESN" meaning no outstanding balance, etc. When I received the phone, I tried activating service with a Sprint-based MVNO (TPO). The MEID comes up as "outstanding...
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    I need to change my ip

    ive called my isp and they cant change it but can I? I have xfinity and I really need to change it. thank you.
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    Windows 10 - Network is set to "Public" is this a problem?

    Hi, i have recently upgraded to windows 10 and i have also moved over to a new ISP, i have moved from wireless to ethernet also. But now under my Network and Sharing Center my active network is showing as a public network (this is just how it automatically set up, everything was plug and play...