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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.

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

by | May 29, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

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

What Is the Dark Web?

by | May 29, 2026 | Technology

Learn about the technology, history, and utility of the networks that make up the dark web.

EarthLink versus Spectrum
EarthLink vs. Spectrum: Which Internet Provider is Best for You?

by | May 29, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

We compared these two widespread wired internet options.

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

by | May 29, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Choose Spectrum for a satisfying customer experience and a smooth installation process. Choose Windstream for rural connectivity or if its fiber-optic internet is available in your area.

Google Fiber versus Spectrum
Google Fiber vs Spectrum

by | May 29, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

How do Google Fiber and Spectrum measure up? Compare prices, internet speeds, customer satisfaction, and more in this in-depth provider comparison.

Two men racing past on laptops.
Mbps vs. Gbps: Do You Need Gigabit Internet?

by and | May 27, 2026 | FAQ, Gaming, Internet Speed Guides

Gigabit internet is a connection with speeds between 940–1,000 Mbps. But do you really need a connection that fast? We list the benefits of a gigabit connection and every plan with gigabit speeds and faster so you can decide.

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

by | May 20, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

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

How Much Will Amazon Leo Cost?

by | May 19, 2026 | Technology

With Amazon Leo getting closer to launch, we estimate how much the service could cost.

Amazon Project Kuiper
When Will Amazon Leo Be Available?

by | May 19, 2026 | Brand Guides, Technology

Amazon’s upcoming satellite internet service, Leo (originally dubbed Project Kuiper), has now begun deploying its satellites...

person gaming on computer hearing headset
What Is a Good Internet Speed for Gaming?

by and | May 19, 2026 | Brand Guides, Gaming, Internet Speed Guides

You don’t need a lot of speed to play games online or stream games to your devices. We examine what games and their associated networks require from an internet connection and explain how some external factors can disrupt your gameplay.

OneWeb Satellite Internet
When Will OneWeb Satellite Internet Be Available?

by | May 19, 2026 | Brand Guides

Spoiler: It’s already here.

Gaming on Satellite Internet

by | May 19, 2026 | Gaming

Is satellite internet even good for gaming?