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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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How to Turn On Your Phone’s Wi-Fi Hotspot

by | Jul 26, 2024 | Brand Guides, Emergency

Want to use your mobile data as a hotspot for home internet? We show you the easy way to set up a mobile hotspot for your home using your cell phone data plan.

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Verizon Wireless vs. AT&T Wireless

by | Jul 26, 2024 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Best for extra perks Unlimited plans: $65.00–$90.00/mo. Family plans: $30.00–$90.00/mo. (per line) High-speed data: Unlimited Ultra...

Best Modems for Gigabit Internet 2025

by and | Jul 15, 2024 | Equipment Guides, Internet Speed Guides

Top 3 Gigabit Modems:
#1: NETGEAR CM1000 – Best Overall
#2: ARRIS DOCSIS 3.1 SB8200 SURFboard – Most Ports
#3: Motorola MB8600 – Best Deal

Everything You Need to Know About Verizon Hotspots

by | Jun 25, 2024 | Equipment Guides

Tap into incredibly fast 5G and 4G LTE speeds with a Verizon Wireless hotspot.

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Best Apps for Internet Service Providers

by | Jun 13, 2024 | Product Reviews

Manage your home Wi-Fi on your phone with bill pay, technical support, and more

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How Do T-Mobile’s Layoffs Affect My Internet and Phone Service?

by | Jun 4, 2024 | Brand Guides

T-Mobile recently announced layoffs of 7% of its total staff. AT&T and Verizon have laid off workers in 2023 as well. Read on to learn how these job cuts can impact your internet and phone service.

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Mobile Hotspot vs. Phone Tethering: What’s the Difference?

by | May 10, 2024 | Technology

Phone tethering and mobile hotspots both get you portable Wi-Fi, but in different ways. Read on to see which is the better option for you.

How Do I Get Wi-Fi in My Car?

by | May 1, 2024 | FAQ

Is car WiFi the same as a mobile hotspot? Find out how it compares and how you can get connected when you’re on the go.

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Best Unlimited Hotspot Plans of 2025

by | Apr 26, 2024 | Brand Guides

Unlimited hotspot data is hard to find—here are your best options.

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What Is Brightspeed and Why Did It Take Over My CenturyLink Internet Plan?

by | Mar 4, 2024 | Brand Guides

Brightspeed is a new internet provider that recently acquired the DSL customers of Lumen Technologies, the parent company of CenturyLink.

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Best VPNs of 2025

by | Feb 7, 2024 | Brand Guides

Browse and compare the top VPN services for security, speed, privacy, and more. Find the best virtual private network for your needs.

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Best 5G Hotspots of 2025

by | Feb 7, 2024 | Brand Guides

Compare the top 5g mobile hotspots of 2022. Browse providers, devices, and more.