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Peter Christiansen

Peter Christiansen writes about telecom policy, communications infrastructure, satellite internet, and rural connectivity for HighSpeedInternet.com. Peter holds a PhD in communication from the University of Utah and has been working in tech for over 15 years as a computer programmer, game developer, filmmaker, and writer. His writing has been praised by outlets like Wired, Digital Humanities Now, and the New Statesman.

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What Is the Digital Divide?

by | Jun 25, 2026 | Technology

Learn about the gaps in internet knowledge and access and what we can do to close them.

T-Mobile 5G Home Internet versus EarthLink
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet vs. EarthLink: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by | Jun 24, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Compare two of the most widely available providers in the nation, T-Mobile and EarthLink.

Starlink vs. T-Mobile Home Internet: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by | Jun 24, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Is the future of wireless internet in space or down the street?

These 5 Internet Providers Make Installation a Breeze

by | Jun 24, 2026 | Brand Guides

Installation is the most annoying part of getting new internet. We’ve got the lowdown on which providers give you the hookup.

T-Mobile 5G Home Internet versus Viasat
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet vs. Viasat: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by | Jun 24, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Compare T-Mobile and Viasat to find out which wireless internet provider best fits your online needs.

T-Mobile 5G Home Internet versus Hughesnet
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet vs. Hughesnet: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by | Jun 23, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Compare T-Mobile and HughesNet to find out which wireless internet provider best fits your online needs.

T-Mobile 5G Home Internet versus Google Fiber
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet vs. GFiber: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by | Jun 23, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Best prices Customer rating: 4.1/5†Amplified Home Internet $45/mo.w/ AutoPay and voice, plus taxes and fees.Up to...

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Understanding Age Verification

by | Jun 22, 2026 | Parental Controls, Security, Technology

We take a deep dive into the potential benefits and harms of online age verification systems.

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What Is the BEAD Program?

by | Jun 12, 2026 | Technology

The Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program has potential but faces many challenges.

AT&T Fiber versus Cox
AT&T vs. Cox: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by and | Jun 8, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Get Cox for faster internet speeds. Get AT&T for superior TV service with DIRECTV and better customer service. When it comes to internet service, speed is a primary concern.

AT&T vs. EarthLink: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by | Jun 8, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Compare two of the biggest nationwide internet providers, AT&T and EarthLink.

AT&T Fiber versus Xfinity
Xfinity vs. AT&T: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by | Jun 8, 2026 | Internet Buying Guides, Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Compare two nationwide providers—AT&T’s fiber and 5G plans against Xfinity’s cable internet.