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Peter Christiansen

Peter Christiansen writes about telecom policy, communications infrastructure, satellite internet, and rural connectivity for HighSpeedInternet.com. Peter holds a PhD in communication from the University of Utah and has been working in tech for over 15 years as a computer programmer, game developer, filmmaker, and writer. His writing has been praised by outlets like Wired, Digital Humanities Now, and the New Statesman.

FCC Restores Net Neutrality Protections
FCC Restores Net Neutrality Protections

by | Apr 25, 2024 | News, Technology

After years of deadlock and delay, the FCC has finally reinstated net neutrality protections to protect the free and open internet.

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How Much Internet Speed Do You Need for YouTube?

by | Apr 10, 2024 | Internet Speed Guides, Streaming Guides

It is possible to watch YouTube on very slow internet connections, even with download speeds below...

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What the Jupiter-3 Satellite Means for the Satellite Industry

by | Apr 5, 2024 | Brand Guides, News

On July 28, 2023, Hughesnet’s Jupiter-3 satellite (also known as EchoStar XXIV) launched from Cape Canaveral...

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What Do Broadband Nutrition Labels Mean for Internet Users?

by | Apr 2, 2024 | Featured

Understand the information broadband labels provide and the information they don’t.

Why the ACP Ending is Bad for Consumers

by | Mar 20, 2024 | FAQ, Featured, News

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) was designed to be a permanent replacement for the emergency relief...

The End of the Affordable Connectivity Program

by | Mar 11, 2024 | Brand Guides

Millions of people are concerned about the possible end of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which...

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Maximize Your Browser Speed: A Guide to Clearing Your Cache

by | Feb 1, 2024 | How-To, Technology

Improve your online experience with some basic maintenance and privacy tasks

Hughesnet Jupiter-3 satellite
New Hughesnet Satellite Means New Opportunities for Small Businesses

by | Dec 19, 2023 | Brand Guides

It’s pretty hard to run a business without a reliable internet connection. From email to point-of-service...

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How to Pause Your Internet Service

by | May 23, 2023 | FAQ, Working Remotely Guides

When budgets are tight, internet service can be one of the easier obligations to put on...

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Your Guide to Viasat Installation

by | Apr 6, 2023 | Brand Guides, Equipment Guides

What to expect when you sign up for Viasat.

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What is Wi-Fi 6? Do you need a Wi-Fi 6 Router?

by | Mar 27, 2023 | Technology

Wi-Fi 6 is a high-efficiency wireless communication protocol designed specifically to better manage home networks with...

Game Streamer
How Much Speed Do You Need for Live Video Game Streaming?

by | Dec 13, 2022 | FAQ, Gaming, Internet Speed Guides, Streaming Guides

We’re here to walk you through everything you need to know about internet speeds and live video game streaming so you can get your stream just right.