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Jessica Brooksby

Jessica loves bringing her passion for the written word and her love of tech into one space at HighSpeedInternet.com. She works with the team’s writers to revise strong, user-focused content so every reader can find the tech that works for them. Jessica has a bachelor’s degree in English from Utah Valley University and seven years of creative and editorial experience. Outside of work, she spends her time gaming, reading, painting, and buying an excessive amount of Legend of Zelda merchandise.

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How Much Speed Do You Need To Watch Peacock?

by | Jul 25, 2024 | Internet Speed Guides, Streaming Guides

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

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Libraries and Public Schools May Offer More Free Mobile Hotspots

by | Jul 25, 2024 | Equipment Guides

Learn about checking out free public hotspots from schools and local libraries.

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How To Stay Connected in a Natural Disaster

by | Jul 23, 2024 | How-To

Build a climate change disaster toolkit, and get tips on staying connected in a hurricane.

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How To Prepare Your Tech for a Natural Disaster

by | Jul 23, 2024 | How-To

Get your tech bug-out bag ready to go, and get tips on staying connected in a disaster.

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Is Verizon Internet Down?

by | Jul 17, 2024 | Brand Guides, How-To

Find out about Verizon internet outages and what you can do to get back online.

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How To Get Low-Income Internet Through Mediacom

by | Jul 16, 2024 | Brand Guides, How-To, Low-Income

Some ISPs are stepping up to fill the ACP gap. See if you qualify for Xtream Connect.

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A History of the Internet

by | Jul 15, 2024 | Brand Guides

Learn about the internet’s history, from its beginnings to the global network it is now.

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Is the Government Banning TikTok?

by | Jul 12, 2024 | FAQ, Featured

The U.S. government has been trying to ban TikTok since the Trump administration, with many failed attempts. But in April 2024, the first federal TikTok ban was signed into law. This new law has rightly concerned many political analysts, free speech activists, and TikTok users.

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Internet Connection Types: Explained and Ranked

by | Jul 11, 2024 | Brand Guides

Learn about the different types of internet connections and how they rank up when compared with each other.

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How To Get Low-Income Internet through Optimum

by | Jul 11, 2024 | Brand Guides, FAQ, Low-Income

Optimum Advantage Internet is designed for low-income households. Find out if you qualify.

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Best Routers and Access Points for Business in 2024

by | Jul 8, 2024 | Equipment Guides, FAQ

We tested over a dozen routers and access points to select the best for your business needs.

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Houston Internet Trends Report

by | Jul 2, 2024 | City Internet Guides

Houston’s internet prices are low, yet 25% are dissatisfied. Learn how to find a better provider.