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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.

News - Court rules TikTok not protected by section 230
The TikTok Ban Is a Dumpster Fire

by | Jan 24, 2025 | Industry Exclusive/Entertainment

TikTok is back online, but the TikTok-ban saga is far from over.

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Do You Need a 20 Gig Google Fiber Plan?

by | Jan 23, 2025 | Technology

Google Fiber will soon be offering 20Gbps internet connections for $250 per month in a handful...

Google Fiber versus CenturyLink
Google Fiber vs. CenturyLink Fiber: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by | Jan 23, 2025 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Which fiber plan offers the most value for your household?

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How Much Does Google Fiber Cost?

by | Jan 23, 2025 | Provider Reviews

Take a closer look at the real cost of fiber internet.

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How To Get Low-Income Internet Through Google Fiber

by | Jan 23, 2025 | Brand Guides, How-To, Low-Income

Though the Affordable Connectivity Program is ending, customers can still get assistance on their internet bill through other programs.

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

by | Jan 15, 2025 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

We compared these two widespread wired internet options.

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Is 4G Dead?

by | Dec 19, 2024 | Technology

When will 4G be phased out? Are 4G phones still worth buying in 2023, or is it time to upgrade to 5G? Let’s go through the details of why you don’t have to worry about your 4G phone becoming obsolete just yet.

News - European Commission Awards Contract for IRIS² Satellite Constellation
European Commission Awards Contract for IRIS² Satellite Constellation

by | Dec 13, 2024 | News

The European Commission has awarded SpaceRISE a contract to build the IRIS² constellation.

More Sabotaged Cables in the Baltic Sea Raise Concerns

by | Dec 10, 2024 | News

Two undersea communications cables in the Baltic Sea were cut in a suspected act of sabotage.

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AT&T Launches Wireless Backup for Fiber Customers

by | Dec 3, 2024 | News

AT&T’s new Internet Backup feature keeps customers online even during fiber network outages.

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How To Get Low-Income Internet Through Rise Broadband

by | Nov 26, 2024 | Brand Guides, How-To, Low-Income

Though the Affordable Connectivity Program is ending, customers can still get assistance on their internet bill through other programs.

Here’s What You Need to Know About Fiber Coming to Rural New York

by | Nov 22, 2024 | News

New York’s ConnectALL Program to expand broadband infrastructure in rural parts of the state.