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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.

CenturyLink versus Xtream
CenturyLink vs. Mediacom

by | Apr 30, 2025 | 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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Get $15 Off Cox Internet With This Mobile Discount

by | Apr 24, 2025 | Brand Guides, News

It used to be that you had to go to different carriers for your internet and...

Cox versus CenturyLink
CenturyLink vs. Cox

by , , and | Apr 23, 2025 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Choose CenturyLink for wide availability and affordable 1 Gig packages. Choose Cox for better budget pricing and more consistent speeds.

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How to Find Free Public Wi-Fi Hotspots

by , , and | Apr 14, 2025 | FAQ, Technology

It’s hard to get anything done in today’s world without an internet connection. Fortunately, free public Wi-Fi has been popping up all over the country, saving us all from draining our data plans. Known as hotspots, these helpful connections make getting Wi-Fi access on the go easy. But how exactly does a hotspot work? And how can you find one near you?

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T-Mobile Buys New Fiber Internet Infrastructure

by and | Apr 2, 2025 | News, Technology

T-Mobile already made a big splash with its 5G Home Internet service, but now the cellular carrier is also offering fiber internet.

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The Best Internet for VR Gaming, Streaming, and More

by | Mar 28, 2025 | Internet Buying Guides

Get our expert recommendations on the best internet speed, latency, and connection type for your next session with the Oculus Quest or Apple Vision Pro.

DSL versus Cable
DSL vs. Cable: Which Is Right for You?

by | Mar 28, 2025 | Tech Comparisons (Versus)

DSL 3 Mbps–115 Mbps About $20–$70/mo. Prices locked for 1–2 yrs. View DSL Providers Cable 10...

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Is Your Internet Fast Enough for Zoom?

by | Mar 19, 2025 | Brand Guides, Working Remotely Guides

Find minimum speeds for using Zoom, and then read our expert recommendations and troubleshoot.

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The Best Internet Providers in the San Fernando Valley

by | Mar 11, 2025 | Brand Guides

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

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Everything You Need to Know About AT&T Hotspots

by | Feb 24, 2025 | Product Reviews

We’ve got the scoop on AT&T’s best hotspots, data plans, and more.

DSL versus Fiber
DSL vs. Fiber Internet: Which One Is Right for You?

by | Feb 19, 2025 | FAQ

Fiber is fast but do you need it? We compare fiber and DSL internet to help you decide which provider type is the best for your internet needs.

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Which Internet Service Providers Have Data Caps?

by and | Feb 18, 2025 | Brand Guides

Data should flow freely like a mountain stream trickling downhill, but some internet providers block that flow after a set limit. We list the internet providers that enforce data caps and those that don’t.