Xfinity will let you rent a modem when you sign up for its Internet service, but you do have the option of using a third-party modem instead. Here's how.

Each month, when your Comcast bill comes due, many of you pay a monthly fee for the device that provides internet access in your homes. Rental for what’s known as the Xfinity Gateway typically runs ...

From technology aficionados looking for cutting-edge features and download speeds to budget-minded internet users, many people could benefit from buying a Comcast modem rather than renting one from ...

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The vast majority of Americans today have access to the internet. If you live in a big city, you probably have the option to choose between a ...

god help us we moved and now have to use Comcast =/ <BR><BR>They want $3/mo for the modem. Rrrrright. I'm looking for a Comcast compatible modem** that can handle 12-15Mbs.<BR><BR>Pawn your ...

Many people continue to pay Comcast and other cable-based ISPs monthly fees to rent cable modems. But with a little research, you can buy your own modem outright and save money in the long run. The ...

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