Category: Technology
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by Peter Christiansen | Aug 22, 2024 | News, Technology
Due to a problem deploying its main antenna, Viasat’s new $700 million satellite could be a total loss. Find out what that means for satellite internet customers across North America.
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by Austin Aguirre | Aug 1, 2024 | Technology
We often use hotspots as bandwidth backups for outages, traveling, and other unforeseen networking pickles. That...
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by Austin Aguirre | Jul 31, 2024 | Technology
Do you need a DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem?
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by Peter Christiansen | Jul 31, 2024 | FAQ, Technology
If you still find spots in your house where you don’t get internet, you may need to move your router. Here’s where you should place it.
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by Kevin Parrish | Jun 7, 2024 | FAQ, Technology
Confused about megabits and megabytes? We’ll explain what the difference is so you can keep them straight when it really counts.
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by Peter Christiansen | Jun 3, 2024 | Technology
Learn about the ACP and how to apply for it.
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by Peter Holslin | May 10, 2024 | Technology
Phone tethering and mobile hotspots both get you portable Wi-Fi, but in different ways. Read on to see which is the better option for you.
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by Peter Holslin | Apr 30, 2024 | FAQ, Technology
It’s hard to get anything done in today’s world without an internet connection. Fortunately, free public Wi-Fi has been popping up all over the country, saving us all from draining our data plans. Known as hotspots, these helpful connections make getting Wi-Fi access on the go easy. But how exactly does a hotspot work? And how can you find one near you?
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by Kevin Parrish | Apr 30, 2024 | How-To, Technology
Are you having Wi-Fi issues at the other end of your home? We provide a handful of solutions.
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by Peter Christiansen | 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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by Kevin Parrish | Apr 19, 2024 | Equipment Guides, FAQ, Technology
Have all your equipment but don’t know where to start? Our guide walks you through the setup.
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by Chili Palmer | Apr 9, 2024 | How-To, Technology
It’s not me, it’s you: Why slow internet isn’t always a problem on your end.