Category: FAQ
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by Peter Holslin | Jul 30, 2024 | FAQ
Fiber is fast but do you need it? We compare fiber and DSL internet to help you decide which provider type is the best for your internet needs.
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by Kevin Parrish | Jul 22, 2024 | Equipment Guides, FAQ
Gamers don’t have time for lag or jitter. Gamers have better things to do than fall behind the competition because their router can’t keep up. We tested over a dozen routers to see which ones can best handle your elite online gameplay. Pew pew.
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by Kevin Parrish | Jul 17, 2024 | FAQ, Gaming, Internet Speed Guides
Gigabit internet is a connection with speeds between 940–1,000 Mbps. But do you really need a connection that fast? We list the benefits of a gigabit connection and every plan with gigabit speeds and faster so you can decide.
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by Chili Palmer | Jul 12, 2024 | FAQ
The available internet packages will vary greatly by location but on average cost about $50.00 per month for about 100 Mbps of speed. The average advertised package for stand-alone internet service in America is around $50 per month during the initial promotional offer and about $60 per month after the promotional period expires.
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by Peter Christiansen | Jul 12, 2024 | FAQ, Featured
The U.S. government has been trying to ban TikTok since the Trump administration, with many failed attempts. But in April 2024, the first federal TikTok ban was signed into law. This new law has rightly concerned many political analysts, free speech activists, and TikTok users.
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by Kevin Parrish | Jul 11, 2024 | Brand Guides, FAQ, Low-Income
Optimum Advantage Internet is designed for low-income households. Find out if you qualify.
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by Rebecca Lee Armstrong | Jul 9, 2024 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides
Internet demands can be high when sending emails, video-conferencing, and just doing your job. So how much internet speed do you need when working from home?
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by Kevin Parrish | Jul 8, 2024 | Equipment Guides, FAQ
We tested over a dozen routers and access points to select the best for your business needs.
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by Peter Christiansen | Jul 1, 2024 | Brand Guides, FAQ, Low-Income
Though the Affordable Connectivity Program is ending, customers can still get assistance on their internet bill through other programs.
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by Peter Christiansen | Jul 1, 2024 | FAQ, Technology
Google Fiber offers one of the fastest and most highly rated internet connections in the country,...
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by Peter Holslin | Jun 28, 2024 | FAQ, Provider Comparisons (Versus)
DSL 3 Mbps–115 Mbps About $20–$70/mo. Prices locked for 1–2 yrs. View DSL Providers Cable 10...
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by Peter Holslin | Jun 13, 2024 | FAQ
Some apartments already have a preferred internet provider you can sign up with, but is it the best option? Our guide helps you get the best internet for your apartment.