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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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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.

Scientists Demand FCC Regulate SpaceX

by | Nov 19, 2024 | News

Scientists urge the FCC to halt the launch of LEO satellites temporarily.

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AST SpaceMobile Deploys Direct-to-Smartphone Satellites

by | Nov 11, 2024 | News

Another new satellite company has entered the field of direct-to-smartphone services.

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Logos Space to Build Low-Earth Orbit Constellation

by | Nov 9, 2024 | News

Logos Space has filed with the FCC to build a secure, resilient satellite network for government, military, and enterprise clients.

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How To Get Low-Income Internet through Earthlink

by | Nov 5, 2024 | Brand Guides, FAQ, Low-Income

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

FCC Restores Net Neutrality Protections
Oral Arguments Presented on the Future of Net Neutrality

by | Nov 5, 2024 | News

Attorneys for the FCC and broadband industry argued about the future of net neutrality to a panel of appeals court judges.

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Spectrum and NRG Esports expand partnership

by | Oct 30, 2024 | News

NRG, the American esports organization, has announced that it is renewing and expanding its partnership with Spectrum internet.

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Starlink Roam Unlimited Is Here, but Is It Worth It?

by | Oct 29, 2024 | News, Technology

Starlink Roam lets you take your satellite internet on the road, but is upgrading a good idea? We go through the pros and cons of Starlink’s new service.

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Industry Groups Sue to Block Click-to-Cancel Rule

by | Oct 25, 2024 | News

Several industry groups sued the FTC to stop the Click-to-Cancel rule from going into effect.

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Cancel Anytime: FTC Announces Click-to-Cancel Rule

by | Oct 21, 2024 | News

Thousands have complained to the FTC about getting stuck in subscriptions they can’t cancel.