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Consumer Advocacy Editor

Chili Palmer

Chili Palmer covers home tech services, with a special focus on understanding what families need and how they can stay connected on a budget. She handles internet access and affordability, breaking news, mobile services, and consumer trends. Chili’s work as a writer, reporter, and editor has appeared in publications including Telecompetitor, Utah Business, Idaho Business Review, Benton Institute for Broadband & Society, and Switchful.com.

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How Much Should I Be Paying for High-Speed Internet?

by | Apr 14, 2026 | 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.

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How Much Internet Data Do You Need?

by and | Apr 13, 2026 | Technology

Here’s a rundown of how to budget your data and get more data if you need it. We also give you recommendations for the best internet plans with unlimited data.

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Compare Unlimited Home Internet Plans Without Data Caps

by | Apr 13, 2026 | Brand Guides

Find out why Astound is our top pick for unlimited internet on a budget in 2025.

Are you paying more for internet than you expected?

by | Apr 13, 2026 | Brand Guides, Internet Buying Guides

Learn about the fees, promos, and price increases to expect from your internet provider.

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How Much Internet Speed You Need To Work From Home

by and | Apr 13, 2026 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides

Internet demands can be high when sending emails, video-conferencing, and just doing your job. So how much internet speed do you need when working from home?

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Fiber vs. 5G Home Internet: Which Is Better?

by and | Apr 13, 2026 | Technology

Superior speeds vs. unbeatable low prices—take your pick

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Can You Trust Home Internet From a Budget Mobile Carrier?

by | Apr 10, 2026 | Internet Buying Guides, Security

Learn about prioritization, data caps, and max speeds from MVNO home internet.

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US Mobile Takes Orbit with Starlink Bundles

by | Apr 10, 2026 | News

US Mobile is offering a home internet bundle for less than $50, but the details matter.

Best Internet Providers for Streaming Perks

by | Apr 10, 2026 | Streaming Guides

Find out how to get streaming service access with Spectrum, Verizon, Xfinity, and more.

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Do You Get More Spam Texts and Robocalls on MVNO Networks?

by | Apr 9, 2026 | Internet Buying Guides, Security

Learn how number recycling and anti-spam software impact robocalls and unwanted texts.

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Can You Trust an MVNO?

by | Apr 9, 2026 | Internet Buying Guides

See how price, spam call blocking, deprioritization, and home internet work with budget MVNO carriers.

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

by and | Apr 9, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

If it’s Spectrum vs. Frontier, go with Frontier. Frontier’s fiber internet offers speeds fast enough for any home, and the 50/50 and 500/500 plans are a great value.