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Peter Holslin

Peter Holslin has more than a decade of experience working as a writer and freelance journalist. He graduated with a BA in liberal arts and journalism from New York City’s The New School University in 2008 and went on to contribute to publications like Rolling Stone, VICE, BuzzFeed, and countless others. At HighSpeedInternet.com, he focuses on covering 5G, nerding out about frequency bands and virtual RAN, and producing reviews on emerging services like 5G home internet. He also writes about internet providers and packages, hotspots, VPNs, and Wi-Fi troubleshooting.

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What Type of Internet Do You Have at Home?

by | May 20, 2026 | Brand Guides

Find your internet connection type. Determine which connection type is best for you.

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How to Choose an Internet Service Provider

by and | May 20, 2026 | FAQ, Internet Buying Guides

1. Find internet providers in your area.
2. Compare plans, pricing, speeds, and more.
3. Discover how much internet speed you need.
4. Test your current internet speed.
5. Know if you’re switching providers and cost of early termination.
6. Choose your internet provider.

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How Much Internet Data Do You Need?

by and | May 19, 2026 | Technology

Here’s a rundown of how to budget your data and get more data if you need it. We also give you recommendations for the best internet plans with unlimited data.

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How to Get Gigabit Internet

by | May 5, 2026 | Brand Guides

You can get gigabit internet with speeds of 940 Mbps or 1,000 Mbps (1 Gbps) from...

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Fiber vs. 5G Home Internet: Which Is Better?

by and | May 5, 2026 | Technology

Superior speeds vs. unbeatable low prices—take your pick

CenturyLink vs. Mediacom

by | Apr 28, 2026 | Brand Guides, Provider Comparisons (Versus)

We like CenturyLink the best because it has straightforward plans, Price for Life offers on DSL, and no annual contracts. CenturyLink also delivers the most affordable gigabit internet on the market—over a fiber network, no less.

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Internet Speed vs. Bandwidth: What’s the Difference?

by and | Apr 22, 2026 | Technology

The terms “speed” and “bandwidth” are often used interchangeably, but they’re slightly different in meaning. Here’s the breakdown.

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The Best Internet Providers in the San Fernando Valley

by | Apr 22, 2026 | Brand Guides

The San Fernando Valley covers a huge swath of Los Angeles and many of LA County’s...

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What Internet Speed Do You Need for Social Media?

by | Apr 21, 2026 | Internet Speed Guides

You don’t need fast speeds for social media—but it certainly helps.

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Your Ultimate Guide to Internet Speed: Everything You Need to Know

by | Apr 14, 2026 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides

Everything you need to know about internet speed. Cable vs DSL vs Satellite vs Fiber. Latency. How much internet speed do you need? Wi-Fi and home networking. Routers and modems. Is your internet speed fast enough?

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Here’s the Best Internet Speed for Paramount+

by | Apr 14, 2026 | Internet Speed Guides

Reduce buffering and improve your streaming experience with fast internet speeds on the Paramount+ app and platform.

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What is Symmetrical Internet and How Do You Get It?

by | Apr 14, 2026 | Technology

Here’s a quick breakdown of what symmetrical internet is, why it’s good, and how to get it.