Question: I'm tired of lagging in online games, is there a tool that can optimize my connection for a smoother experience?

If you want to squeeze as much out of your online gaming as possible, ExitLag is worth a look. This AI-powered service cuts lag, ping, packet loss and jitter by routing traffic to game servers with the fastest path. It's got a Dynamic Stabilizer, Traffic Shaper and Multi-Internet support, too, for a more reliable connection. It supports more than 1,900 games and apps, and you can try it with a 3-day free trial.

Another top contender is WTFast. It's designed to cut lag, latency and packet loss with its Gamers Private Network (GPN) technology that uses machine learning to select the best traffic routes. It also offers real-time monitoring of data transfer so you can see if your games are running smoothly and efficiently. WTFast supports more than 1,000 games and can be integrated with some ASUS gaming routers for more features.

If you want a more holistic approach, ThousandEyes offers a digital experience assurance platform that includes network and application synthetics, internet insights and end-user monitoring. The platform lets you visualize network paths, troubleshoot problems and automate remediation to ensure digital experiences are smooth regardless of network.

Last, Cloudflare offers a single platform to connect, protect and accelerate applications and networks. It's geared more toward businesses looking to improve cyber resilience and accelerate digital transformation, but its suite of services, including SASE and SSE, can help gamers with secure, high-performance connections.