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Austin Aguirre

Austin worked as a broadband technician installing and troubleshooting countless home internet networks for some of the largest ISPs in the U.S. He became a freelance writer in 2020 specializing in software guides. After graduating with a BS in technical communication from Arizona State University, he joined the team at HighSpeedInternet.com where he focuses on home network improvement and troubleshooting.

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Is Your Home Internet Ready?

by | Aug 16, 2024 | How-To

Setting up internet service at a new place? Learn how to tell if your home is internet-ready.

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T-Mobile’s AWAY™ Plan Will Be Your Best Moving Tool

by | Aug 16, 2024 | Brand Guides

T-Mobile Away is the perfect tool for staying connected during long moves and extended stays.

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How To Lower Ping for Gaming

by | Aug 16, 2024 | Gaming, How-To

Reduce your gaming ping with our expert tips.

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How to Set Up Your Internet

by | Aug 7, 2024 | How-To

A step-by-step guide to setting up a new internet service.

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How To Get Low-Income Internet Through Verizon

by | Aug 6, 2024 | Brand Guides, How-To, Low-Income

Though the Affordable Connectivity Program is ending, Verizon customers can still get cheap internet service with Verizon Forward.

8 Terrifying Security Flaws
Stop Hackers and Protect Your Home Network and Data

by | Aug 1, 2024 | Equipment Guides, How-To

Learn how to protect the most vulnerable elements of your online activity, accounts, and home network.

Why Is My Hotspot So Slow? How to Improve Your Hotspot Speeds.

by | Aug 1, 2024 | Technology

We often use hotspots as bandwidth backups for outages, traveling, and other unforeseen networking pickles. That...

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How To Use the Internet While the Power Is Out

by | Aug 1, 2024 | Emergency, How-To

Learn the different ways you can get online during a power outage.

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DOCSIS 3.0 vs. DOCSIS 3.1: Which modem is right for you?

by | Jul 31, 2024 | Technology

Do you need a DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem?

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Where Is the Best Place to Set Up Your Router?

by and | Jul 31, 2024 | FAQ, Technology

If you still find spots in your house where you don’t get internet, you may need to move your router. Here’s where you should place it.

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5 Reasons Why Your Internet Keeps Disconnecting—and How You Can Fix It

by | Jun 17, 2024 | Brand Guides

A broadband tech’s guide to fixing a finicky internet connection.

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T-Mobile’s ‘Flashdance’ Super Bowl Commercial Sings of Wins Over Cable

by | Jun 14, 2024 | Brand Guides, News

We take a look at the cable vs. 5G Home Internet comparison in T-Mobile’s new Super Bowl ad.