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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.

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How to Get Internet without a Phone Line or Cable

by | Sep 5, 2025 | Brand Guides, FAQ

Browse the top internet providers and plans without committing to a phone line or cable plan. Compare speeds, prices, plan details and more.

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How To Get Low-Income Internet through Hughesnet

by | Sep 5, 2025 | Brand Guides, FAQ, Low-Income

With the Affordable Connectivity Program ending, customers can still get assistance on their internet bill through other programs.

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How Long Does It Take to Get Internet in a New Home?

by | Sep 5, 2025 | Brand Guides

Setting up your internet connection is an important step when moving. Find out how to get back online as soon as possible.

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Viasat vs. Hughesnet: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by | Sep 4, 2025 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Compare satellite internet providers Viasat and HughesNet. Compare plans, prices, data limits, and more.

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T-Mobile vs. Hughesnet: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by | Sep 4, 2025 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Compare T-Mobile and HughesNet to find out which wireless internet provider best fits your online needs.

OneWeb Satellite Internet
When Will OneWeb Satellite Internet Be Available?

by | Sep 4, 2025 | Brand Guides

Spoiler: It’s already here.

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Streaming on Satellite Internet

by | Sep 4, 2025 | Streaming Guides

How to watch cat videos on satellite internet without breaking the bank

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Can You Actually Get Unlimited Satellite Internet?

by | Sep 4, 2025 | Brand Guides

Viasat recently announced the end of data caps, and it's a big deal. For years, satellite...

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What is Hughesnet Fusion?

by | Sep 4, 2025 | Brand Guides

Best of both worlds or modem mishmash?

Home Broadband
Your Guide to Hughesnet Installation

by | Sep 3, 2025 | Brand Guides, Equipment Guides

What to expect when you sign up for HughesNet.

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.

These 5 Internet Providers Make Installation a Breeze

by | Sep 2, 2025 | Brand Guides

Installation is the most annoying part of getting new internet. We’ve got the lowdown on which providers give you the hookup.

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