Recent content by theoldwizard1

Seeing as this is all new to you, I would rent for 6 - 12 months before buying. At a minimum, get a list of SUPPORTED modems from the cable company.  The current "standard" is DOCSIS 3.1, but most companies support DOCSIS 3.0 Also, check into a "combo" modem/router/telephone.  These are...

I have been using a FireStick 4K (spend the extra money it is worth it) at home for several months in conjunction with DirecTV Now.  No issues with the FireStick (we have 4) as long as your internet connection has the bandwidth.  We have Amazon Prime, but really do not watch much from there. ...