Category: FAQ
DSL vs. Cable: Which Is Right for You?
by Kristin Cooke | Feb 17, 2020 | FAQ, Provider Comparisons (Versus)
DSL ●3 Mbps–115 Mbps ●About $20–$70/mo. ●Prices locked for 1–2 yrs. View DSL providers Cable...
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How Can I Tell If My Internet Is Being Throttled by My ISP?
by Rebecca Lee Armstrong | Feb 4, 2020 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides
Find out how to tell if your internet is being throttled, other reasons your internet speed slows down, and what to do if you’re being throttled by your ISP.
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How Much Speed You Need for Online Gaming
by John Dilley | Jan 24, 2020 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides, Streaming Guides
The internet speed requirements you need for:
Xbox One
PlayStation 4
Nintendo Switch
Nintendo Wii U
Online gaming on a PC/Mac
| Test your current internet speed
Lag time/latency
Wi-Fi needs
How Much Should I Be Paying for High-Speed Internet?
by John Dilley | Jan 17, 2020 | FAQ
The available internet packages will vary greatly by location but on average cost about $50.00 per month for about 100 Mbps of speed. The average advertised package for stand-alone internet service in America is around $50 per month during the initial promotional offer and about $60 per month after the promotional period expires.
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Bandwidth vs. Latency: What is the Difference?
by Dave Schafer | Dec 23, 2019 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides
Two words that you’ll hear a lot when discussing internet service are “bandwidth” and “latency.” But...
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How to Stream on Twitch: Everything You Need
by Dave Schafer | Oct 7, 2019 | Equipment Guides, FAQ, Gaming
With over 1.2 million average viewers at a time, the streaming platform Twitch has exploded in...
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How to Find Wi-Fi Hotspots
by Dave Schafer | Sep 18, 2019 | FAQ, Featured, Technology
It’s hard to get anything done in today’s world without an internet connection. Fortunately, free public...
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4 Ways to Keep Your Kids Safe Online
by Sarah Jacobsson Purewal | Sep 17, 2019 | FAQ, Featured
The internet is incredible, but it can be terrifying—especially if you're a parent. Not only is...
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Internet of Things and Cloud Computing: What You Need to Know
by Dave Schafer | Jul 26, 2019 | FAQ, Featured, Technology
The Internet of Things (IoT) and cloud computing are two of the biggest tech buzzwords of...
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Your Guide to CenturyLink Installation
by Dave Schafer | May 23, 2019 | Brand Guides, Equipment Guides, FAQ
If you’re shopping for a new Internet Service Provider (ISP), you’re probably wondering about the installation...
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Are There Programs Available to Help Make Internet Service More Affordable?
by Rebecca Lee Armstrong | Feb 7, 2019 | Brand Guides, FAQ
Find out about available government assistance programs, income based programs and ISP low income family plans to help make internet service more affordable.
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The Consumers Guide to Internet Speed
by John Dilley | Dec 13, 2018 | 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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