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Peter Christiansen

Peter Christiansen writes about satellite internet, rural connectivity, livestreaming, and parental controls for HighSpeedInternet.com. Peter holds a PhD in communication from the University of Utah and has been working in tech for over 15 years as a computer programmer, game developer, filmmaker, and writer. His writing has been praised by outlets like Wired, Digital Humanities Now, and the New Statesman.

T-Mobile vs. Viasat: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by Peter Christiansen | Jan 8, 2024 | Brand Guides, Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Compare T-Mobile and Viasat to find out which wireless internet provider best fits your online needs.

Can You Actually Get Unlimited Satellite Internet?

by Peter Christiansen | Dec 28, 2023 | Brand Guides

With the exception of Starlink (sort of), all satellite plans come with data caps, which is...

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How Do I Get Elon Musk’s Starlink Internet?

by Peter Christiansen | Dec 28, 2023 | How-To

The technophile’s guide to SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet

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When Will Starlink Be Available in My Area?

by Peter Christiansen | Dec 28, 2023 | Brand Guides

Stay up to date on SpaceX’s satellite internet service rollout.

How to Get Internet without a Phone Line or Cable

by Peter Christiansen | Dec 28, 2023 | Brand Guides, FAQ

Browse the top internet providers and plans without committing to a phone line or cable plan. Compare speeds, prices, plan details and more.

Starlink vs. Hughesnet: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by Peter Christiansen | Dec 27, 2023 | Brand Guides, Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Two providers shaping the future of satellite internet in very different ways.

What is Hughesnet Fusion?

by Peter Christiansen | Dec 27, 2023 | Brand Guides

Best of both worlds or modem mishmash?

Gaming on Satellite Internet

by Peter Christiansen | Dec 27, 2023 | Gaming

Is satellite internet even good for gaming?

When Will Google Fiber Be Available in Your City?

by Peter Christiansen | Dec 21, 2023 | FAQ, Technology

Google Fiber offers one of the fastest and most highly rated internet connections in the country,...

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What Is a Good Internet Speed for Gaming?

by Peter Christiansen and Kevin Parrish | Dec 20, 2023 | Brand Guides, Gaming, Internet Speed Guides

You don’t need a lot of speed to play games online or stream games to your devices. We examine what games and their associated networks require from an internet connection and explain how some external factors can disrupt your gameplay.

Megabits vs. Megabytes: What you need to know

by Kevin Parrish and Peter Christiansen | Dec 20, 2023 | FAQ, Technology

Confused about megabits and megabytes? We’ll explain what the difference is so you can keep them straight when it really counts.

Mbps vs. Gbps: Do You Need Gigabit Internet?

by Kevin Parrish and Peter Christiansen | Dec 20, 2023 | FAQ, Gaming, Internet Speed Guides

Gigabit internet is a connection with speeds between 940–1,000 Mbps. But do you really need a connection that fast? We list the benefits of a gigabit connection and every plan with gigabit speeds and faster so you can decide.