PC Magazine - USA (2020-08)

I

’m writing this column as I sit on my living-

room couch, which is also my dedicated

workspace in my New York City micro-

apartment. That’s just to point out that remote

work is still very much with us, and it looks like

that isn’t ending anytime soon. In fact, I’m pretty

sure things will never go back to the way they were

before COVID-19.

PCMag has tons of tips and guidance for home

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From Home” issue and online at https://www.

pcmag.com/series/how-to-work-from-home). And

going with that theme, we are very aware that

home internet service is more important than it

ever has been because of our teleworking. A

reliable, fast connection is essential for many

kinds of work—video conferencing, streaming

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important now that so many kids are or will soon

be remote-learning; you need a connection robust

enough to handle multiple users.

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download speeds, location, and the connection’s

jitter and latency. You can see how well internet

providers in your area deliver connectivity. And if

you’re considering a move (because remote work,

so why not?), you can get an idea of what’s

available in prospective new homes.

Only

the Best

Connections

CAROL MANGIS

FIRST WORD