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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 a Good Internet Speed for Gaming?

by Peter Christiansen and Kevin Parrish | Nov 24, 2025 | 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.

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

by Peter Christiansen | Nov 24, 2025 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

We compared these two widespread wired internet options.

How To Fix DNS Server Problems

by Peter Christiansen | Nov 21, 2025 | Equipment Guides, Home Networking, How-To

DNS problems can be hard to identify. This guide walks you through identifying and troubleshooting common DNS issues.

How to Update Your Web Browser

by Peter Christiansen | Nov 20, 2025 | Brand Guides

Updating your browser to the most recent version gives you access to the newest features and...

T-Mobile 5G Home Internet versus Hughesnet

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

by Peter Christiansen | Nov 19, 2025 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

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

Google Fiber vs. Xfinity: Which Internet Provider is Best For You?

by Peter Christiansen | Nov 19, 2025 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

How do Xfinity and Google Fiber measure up? Compare plans, prices, internet speeds, and more in our provider comparison.

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

by Peter Christiansen | Nov 19, 2025 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

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

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

by Peter Christiansen | Nov 17, 2025 | 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.