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What Happened to Viasat’s New Satellite?

by | 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.

Why Is My Hotspot So Slow? How to Improve Your Hotspot Speeds.

by | Aug 1, 2024 | Technology

We often use hotspots as bandwidth backups for outages, traveling, and other unforeseen networking pickles. That...

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DOCSIS 3.0 vs. DOCSIS 3.1: Which modem is right for you?

by | Jul 31, 2024 | Technology

Do you need a DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem?

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Where Is the Best Place to Set Up Your Router?

by | 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.

Bits and Bytes
Megabytes, Megabits, Gbps & TB: What you need to know

by | 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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Mobile Hotspot vs. Phone Tethering: What’s the Difference?

by | 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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How to Find Free Public Wi-Fi Hotspots

by | 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?

How To Get Wireless Internet in Every Room

by | 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.

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.

How to set up home Wi-Fi network
How to Get Home Internet on Your Wi-Fi Devices

by | 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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Got Slow Internet? 4 Cold, Hard Facts (And 6 Solutions to Everyday Errors)

by | Apr 9, 2024 | How-To, Technology

It’s not me, it’s you: Why slow internet isn’t always a problem on your end.