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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.

gFiber vs. AT&T

by Peter Christiansen | Sep 22, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

How does Google Fiber measure up to AT&T? Compare plans, prices, download speeds and more.

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What Is a Good Internet Speed for Gaming?

by Peter Christiansen and Kevin Parrish | Sep 22, 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.

Best Internet for Veterans and Military Families

by Peter Christiansen | Sep 22, 2026 | Brand Guides

Browse and compare internet plans, discounts, and programs for veterans and active military service members.

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

by Peter Christiansen | Sep 22, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

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

Best Internet for Hulu

by Peter Christiansen | Sep 22, 2026 | Brand Guides

Get the most out of your connection while streaming your favorite series

Mbps vs. Gbps: Do You Need Gigabit Internet?

by Kevin Parrish and Peter Christiansen | Sep 22, 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.

gFiber vs Spectrum

by Peter Christiansen | Sep 22, 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.

How Fast Is Fiber?

by Peter Christiansen | Sep 22, 2026 | FAQ

Fiber is fast. Really fast. In fact, it’s the fastest way we have to transmit data, which is why having fiber internet in your home gives such a smooth internet experience. But how fast is fast?