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Consumer Advocacy Editor

Chili Palmer

Chili Palmer covers home tech services, with a special focus on understanding what families need and how they can stay connected on a budget. She handles internet access and affordability, breaking news, mobile services, and consumer trends. Chili’s work as a writer, reporter, and editor has appeared in publications including Telecompetitor, Utah Business, Idaho Business Review, Benton Institute for Broadband & Society, and Switchful.com.

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What Do You Actually Pay for CenturyLink Home Internet?

by | Sep 19, 2025 | Brand Guides

Learn what to expect from your CenturyLink internet bill.

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What Are Hotspots and How Do They Work?

by and | Sep 17, 2025 | Brand Guides

Want to use your mobile data as a hotspot for home internet? We show you the easy way to set up a mobile hotspot for your home using your cell phone data plan.

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Compare Unlimited Home Internet Plans Without Data Caps

by | Sep 17, 2025 | Brand Guides

Find out why Astound is our top pick for unlimited internet on a budget in 2025.

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Viasat Unleashed: Is This New Plan Right for You?

by | Sep 4, 2025 | Brand Guides

Think Starlink is the only good internet for folks off the beaten path? Elon Musk and...

How Much Speed Do I Need to Stream Video
How Much Speed Do I Need to Stream Video?

by and | Sep 3, 2025 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides, Streaming Guides

How much speed do you need for your streaming service? We give you recommended speeds for Netflix, Apple TV+, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, YouTube, Disney+, Sling™ TV, HBO® GO and more.

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How Much Internet Speed Do You Need for YouTube TV?

by | Sep 2, 2025 | Internet Speed Guides, Streaming Guides

You can watch YouTube TV with slow internet, but you need faster speeds for more devices or better picture. Get details and recommendations for finding the right plan.

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How To Prepare Your Tech for a Natural Disaster

by | Sep 2, 2025 | Emergency, How-To

Get your tech bug-out bag ready to go, and get tips on staying connected in a disaster.

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Best Ways to Get Portable Wi-Fi

by and | Sep 2, 2025 | Brand Guides

Browse and compare the best portable internet providers for internet on the go. Browse plans, prices, internet speed, and more.

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How To Get Internet in a New Apartment

by | Aug 29, 2025 | FAQ

Find out if 5G home internet is a good option for your new apartment.

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How Much Internet Data Do You Need?

by and | Aug 29, 2025 | Technology

Here’s a rundown of how to budget your data and get more data if you need it. We also give you recommendations for the best internet plans with unlimited data.

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Is AT&T Internet Down?

by | Aug 29, 2025 | Brand Guides, Equipment Guides, Internet Outage

No matter what type of internet you have from AT&T, outages are possible. Your mobile service...

Is Starlink Internet Down?

by | Aug 29, 2025 | Brand Guides, Equipment Guides, Internet Outage

Find out if there’s a Starlink outage and see what you can do to get back up, fast.

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