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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 and | Apr 8, 2026 | 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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Internet Connection Types: Explained and Ranked

by | Apr 7, 2026 | Brand Guides

Learn about the different types of internet connections and how they rank up when compared with each other.

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Do You Need a 20 Gig GFiber Plan?

by | Apr 7, 2026 | Technology

GFiber will soon be offering 20Gbps internet connections for $250 per month in a handful of...

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How To Make Your Internet Better for Gaming

by | Apr 7, 2026 | Brand Guides

Nothing says “Time to upgrade your internet” quite like getting booted from an online game due...

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GFiber vs. Xfinity: Which Internet Provider is Best For You?

by | Apr 7, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

How do Xfinity and Google Fiber measure up? Compare plans, prices, internet speeds, and more in our provider comparison.

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How Much Does GFiber Cost?

by | Apr 6, 2026 | Provider Reviews

Take a closer look at the real cost of fiber internet.

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What’s the Best GFiber Plan?

by | Apr 6, 2026 | Brand Guides, Provider Reviews

Compare Google Fiber’s gigabit fiber plans to determine which one gives you the speed you need without spending more than you have to.

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How To Get Low-Income Internet Through GFiber

by | Apr 6, 2026 | Brand Guides, How-To, Low-Income

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

How To Get Low-Income Internet Through Rise Internet

by | Mar 24, 2026 | Brand Guides, How-To, 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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How To Use Amazon Prime’s Parental Controls

by | Mar 24, 2026 | How-To, Parental Controls, Security

In this guide, you can learn about Amazon’s parental controls and how to set up PINs and content restrictions on Amazon Prime.

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Viasat Expands Into Fiber Internet

by | Mar 17, 2026 | Sponsored

Viasat is partnering with SiFi Networks to create an open-access fiber network with speeds up to 10Gbps.

When will Google Fiber be available in your city?
Google Fiber to Merge with Astound

by | Mar 13, 2026 | Brand Guides, News

Stonepeak announced that it has entered an agreement to combine GFiber with Astound, creating a leading independent fiber provider.