with most providers using DOCSIS 3.1 for their faster plans. It’s a good idea to get a modem that supports DOCSIS 3.1, so you can not only get the best speeds available but actually get a few ...

but DOCSIS 3.1 modems are typically more expensive. Other things to consider are the modem's speed limits -- make sure they're equal to or above your internet plan -- and the number of Ethernet ports.

Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification (DOCSIS) is an international telecommunications standard that permits the addition of high-bandwidth data transfer to an existing cable TV (CATV) system ...