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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. Previously writing under the name Rebecca Palmer, Chili’s work as a writer, reporter, and editor has appeared in a wide range of news, consumer tech, and business publications.

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Why is My Hotspot Not Working?

by and | Jul 10, 2025 | How-To, Technology

Expert tips to get your hotspot back up and running

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FTC’s “Click-to-Cancel” Rule Dead in the Water

by | Jul 10, 2025 | News

The FTC’s click-to-cancel rule was all set for July, but it’s been blocked by an appeals court.

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Best Internet Deals for July 2025

by | Jul 9, 2025 | Brand Guides, Featured

We’ve done the sleuthing for you to get the latest on cheap internet, bundles, and more.

Is CenturyLink Down?

by | Jul 7, 2025 | Brand Guides, How-To

There may be a CenturyLink outage, or it could be your equipment. Get helpful tips and contact info.

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How Much Speed Do You Need To Watch Peacock?

by | Jul 7, 2025 | Internet Speed Guides, Streaming Guides

Find out if your internet connection is fast enough to stream Peacock.

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

by and | Jul 7, 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.

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Best Cheap Internet Providers and Plans of 2025

by and | Jul 3, 2025 | Brand Guides, Featured

Our comprehensive guide walks you through the best way to get cheap home internet.

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What Do You Actually Pay for Xfinity Home Internet?

by | Jul 2, 2025 | Brand Guides

Learn what to expect from your Xfinity internet bill.

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How Much Internet Speed Do You Need for YouTube TV?

by | Jul 1, 2025 | Internet Speed Guides, Streaming Guides

You can watch YouTube TV with slow internet, but you need faster speeds for more devices or better picture. Get details and recommendations for finding the right plan.

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Is Xfinity Internet Down?

by | Jun 30, 2025 | Brand Guides

Figure out if Xfinity internet is down in your neighborhood, learn why outages happen, and get tips on getting back online fast.

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Spectrum To Offer Free Hulu Access to TV Subscribers

by | Jun 28, 2025 | News

Learn how Spectrum TV customers get free access to Hulu and eight other streaming services.

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Best Unlimited Wireless Internet

by | Jun 27, 2025 | Brand Guides

Learn about wireless internet, and find out what’s available where you live.