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Peter Holslin

Peter Holslin has more than a decade of experience working as a writer and freelance journalist. He graduated with a BA in liberal arts and journalism from New York City’s The New School University in 2008 and went on to contribute to publications like Rolling Stone, VICE, BuzzFeed, and countless others. At HighSpeedInternet.com, he focuses on covering 5G, nerding out about frequency bands and virtual RAN, and producing reviews on emerging services like 5G home internet. He also writes about internet providers and packages, hotspots, VPNs, and Wi-Fi troubleshooting.

Xfinity versus CenturyLink
CenturyLink vs. Xfinity

by | Oct 6, 2025 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Choose CenturyLink for transparent billing practices. Choose XFINITY for high-speed internet and entertainment.

DSL versus Fiber
DSL vs. Fiber Internet: Which One Is Right for You?

by | Sep 29, 2025 | FAQ

Fiber is fast but do you need it? We compare fiber and DSL internet to help you decide which provider type is the best for your internet needs.

Woman at home searching for an internet service provider on laptop
How to Choose an Internet Service Provider

by | Sep 26, 2025 | FAQ, Internet Buying Guides

1. Find internet providers in your area.
2. Compare plans, pricing, speeds, and more.
3. Discover how much internet speed you need.
4. Test your current internet speed.
5. Know if you’re switching providers and cost of early termination.
6. Choose your internet provider.

CenturyLink versus Xtream
CenturyLink vs. Xtream

by | Sep 24, 2025 | Brand Guides, Provider Comparisons (Versus)

We like CenturyLink the best because it has straightforward plans, Price for Life offers on DSL, and no annual contracts. CenturyLink also delivers the most affordable gigabit internet on the market—over a fiber network, no less.

woman using laptop in front of a window at a coffee shop
Everything You Need to Know About T-Mobile Hotspots

by | Sep 23, 2025 | Brand Guides

Here’s the scoop on T-Mobile’s best mobile hotspot devices, hotspot plans, and cell phone plans with tethering options.

Woman working on her laptop.
Business vs. Residential Internet: Which Should You Choose?

by | Sep 23, 2025 | Technology

We took a deep dive to see what you can get from both home and business internet plans. Take a look at our guide below to see which service is best for you.

AT&T versus T-Mobile
AT&T Wireless vs. T-Mobile: Which Cellular Provider Is Best for You?

by | Sep 23, 2025 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Need a family plan that won’t sap your wallet? Try AT&T. But if you love to travel, T-Mobile has more than a few perks for globetrotters.

Speedometer image
Your Ultimate Guide to Internet Speed: Everything You Need to Know

by | Sep 22, 2025 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides

Everything you need to know about internet speed. Cable vs DSL vs Satellite vs Fiber. Latency. How much internet speed do you need? Wi-Fi and home networking. Routers and modems. Is your internet speed fast enough?

person using credit card to type in numbers on laptop to pay bills
How Much Should I Be Paying for High-Speed Internet?

by and | Sep 22, 2025 | FAQ

The available internet packages will vary greatly by location but on average cost about $50.00 per month for about 100 Mbps of speed. The average advertised package for stand-alone internet service in America is around $50 per month during the initial promotional offer and about $60 per month after the promotional period expires.

Verizon versus Xfinity
Verizon vs. Xfinity: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by | Sep 22, 2025 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Xfinity has the fastest top-tier package, but Verizon has better upload speeds for gaming. Which provider is right for you?

man using a laptop in a tent near a lake
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.