FCC commits $41M to libraries and school districts for technology and internet access.
Internet
Setting up internet for the first time? Use our guide to learn how to buy and set up your internet service to get your devices connected.
Our regional broadband reports rank the best regions, states and cities around the country for internet speeds and pricing. Find out where your state ranks.
Internet speed plays a large role in today’s digital world. We go over some popular cable and fiber plan speeds and help you understand why it’s important.
MiFi is like your own personal router, allowing you to stay connected wherever you are. Learn about what it is and how to use it.
The devices we use for internet access like smartphones, laptops and tablets are equipped with accessibility features to make use easier for those with hearing, speech, vision or cognitive losses.
With millions of people cutting the cord to cable, streaming is bigger than ever. If you experience buffering while you stream, learn about ways to improve your streaming experience.
Google is watching you. Learn more about what they’re seeing and how you can tighten up your data restrictions.
Your modem is what allows you to connect to the internet, so it’s important you choose the best one for your needs. We’ll go over some of the best DSL modems in terms of speed, price and what you’ll use it for.
Thinking about your next move? Our experts break down the five best cities to live in the U.S. for high-speed internet and broadband availability.
Whether you’re a student or a parent with a child learning online, cyber safety is important in the classroom. We go over common online security threats and how to prevent them so students can stay safe while learning online.
Traveling to a new country for a short vacation can be stressful enough, but as someone studying long-term in an unfamiliar country, you can face extra challenges, especially when trying to connect to the internet. Nearly a million international students studied in the U.S. during the 2021/22 school year. With internet-based classes and exercises, it’s […]
Our guide to internet speed explains how to check your connection, what speeds you need for your tasks and how to improve Wi-Fi speeds.
Internet companies must prove that providing internet to certain areas costs more than the $30/mo. benefit provided by the Affordable Connectivity Program.
Average internet speeds in the U.S. have been consistently increasing every year since the internet became a thing.
Households with students can get free internet through government programs and public or private hotspots.
The proposal is for 100 Mbps of download speed and 20 Mbps of upload speed as the new minimum speed standard with long-term goal of 1 Gbps/ 500 Mbps.
“Like electricity a century ago, broadband is a foundation for economic growth, job creation, global competitiveness and a better way of life.” This was the introduction of the federal government’s 2010 National Broadband Plan. Thirteen years and billions of investment dollars later, that statement still rings true. The 2010 plan’s major goal was very similar […]
Are you putting your personal info at risk when you check your email at Starbucks? Learn the dangers of public Wi-Fi and when it’s okay to use and when to wait.
T-Mobile and Verizon are the fastest growing ISPs right now based on subscriber growth. Find out where your provider ranks.
Encrypting your signal and updating router passwords are some of the ways to ensure a safe remote work experience.
We analyzed months of broadband data to determine the internet speeds Americans are actually getting compared to what's advertised.