Internet Provider Comparisons, Speed & Streaming Guides, and FAQs

Your Guide to Spectrum Internet Installation

by Austin Aguirre | Jan 13, 2026 | Brand Guides, Equipment Guides

Whether you’re in the market for a new Internet Service Provider (ISP) and considering Spectrum or you’ve already shopped around and made your choice, the next step is clear: ordering your service and installing it. We’ll walk you through the process of both self-installation and professional installation of Spectrum service. We’ll also talk about equipment and whether you’re better off renting from Spectrum or buying your own.

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

by Austin Aguirre | Jan 13, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Best for value Customer rating: 3.9 / 5 Price: $40–$100/mo.* Speed: 300–2,000MbpsMbps Internet type: Cable, fiber...

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

by Chili Palmer | Jan 12, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

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

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Get a Year of Cellular Service Included With Spectrum Internet

by Peter Holslin | Jan 12, 2026 | Brand Guides

Want a mobile phone plan included with your internet for a year? No problem, Spectrum can...

How To Improve Slow Xfinity Internet Speeds

by Andrea GutierrezPrieto | Jan 12, 2026 | Brand Guides, Internet Speed Guides

Pro tips to get your Xfinity internet moving,

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

by Kevin Parrish | Jan 12, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

While Optimum has slightly cheaper plans and better satisfaction from its customers, it ultimately falls short of delivering the same quality and coverage that Verizon Fios plans can. If you’re trying to shave a few bucks a month off your bills, you can pick up Optimum and at worst cancel easily if you don’t like what you get, but we think Verizon Fios is the provider you’ll want to be with for the long haul.

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

by Austin Aguirre | Jan 12, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Find if Sparklight or Verizon internet is the best fit for your household. Compare pricing, features, and perks between Sparklight and Verizon.

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

by Kevin Parrish | Jan 12, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

See how Verizon compares to Astound in our comprehensive review. Compare Verizon Fios internet plans with Astound internet plans and packages.

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

by Kevin Parrish | Jan 12, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

If you live in an area where Verizon Fios is available, we recommend it thanks to its fast upload and download speeds. While gamers will prefer Verizon Fios, Spectrum’s 100 Mbps plan is a cost-effective choice for avid video streamers.