Posts by Michelle Ricker

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How the New Infrastructure Bill Improves Your Internet and Your Wallet

Updated April 2022: The EBB program has been phased out and replaced by the Affordable Connectivity Act, which provides long-term relief for eligible households. To learn more and apply, visit our Affordable Connectivity Program page. Summary: There’s a new infrastructure bill in town — and it’s making waves by expanding internet access across the country

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Top 5 Ways to Optimize Your Home Gaming Network

Summary: Online gaming involves a lot of moving pieces. But perhaps the most important one is your home internet network. Learn about the different components of your internet speed plus why your gateway should be up to date, how to prioritize internet traffic, why you should secure your network, and more. When it comes to

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What is Fiber Internet?

Updated 11/16/22 Summary: Fiber internet is the latest in wired internet technology and it is revolutionizing speeds. By using thin strands of glass to send and receive data, this type of internet is light years faster than copper cable connections. Fiber is the future of the internet, and it can change how you connect to

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Email Phishing 101: What Exactly is Email Phishing?

Summary: Protecting your personal information online can feel like a full-time job. But once you know what you’re looking for, things get considerably easier. Email phishing, for example, is one way that people try to scam you in your own inbox. We’ve collected some of the most common phishing email examples, plus the best tips

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What is a Mobile Hotspot?

Summary: A mobile hotspot is a feature that virtually every smartphone has, but not everyone understands or knows when to use it. By creating a WiFi network for your devices, a mobile hotspot can be a more secure connection option than a cafe or coffee shop for people on the go — but it can

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The Empty Nester’s Guide to the Internet

Updated 4/18/22 Summary: If you’ve got exciting things happening in your life, like kids moving out or starting a new side gig, yay! But it might be time to think about your high-speed internet plan. From the devices you’re using to the speed you need and how data caps play a part, we’ve got the

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What is the Emergency Broadband Benefit?

Updated January 2022: The EBB program is being phased out and replaced by the Affordable Connectivity Act, which will provide long-term relief for eligible households. To learn more and apply, visit our Affordable Connectivity Program page. Summary: The Emergency Broadband Benefit (or EBB) Program is an effort by the FCC to keep households connected during