Broadband Blog
Expert guides, ISP reviews, and tips to help you get the most out of your internet connection.
T-Mobile and Sprint Are Talking Merger Again — And 5G Is the Reason
T-Mobile and Sprint are restarting merger talks valued at $26 billion. The companies say 5G buildout requires the combination. Critics worry about the death of wireless competition.
The FCC Votes to Kill Net Neutrality — What Happens to Your Internet Now?
Ajit Pai's FCC just voted 3-2 to repeal Title II net neutrality rules. Streaming, gaming, and small businesses face an uncertain future. States are already pushing back.
Congress Just Killed ISP Privacy Rules — Here's What Your Provider Knows About You
Congress used the Congressional Review Act to repeal FCC privacy rules before they took effect. Your ISP can now sell your browsing history to advertisers. Here's what you can do.
AT&T Launches DirecTV Now: The Cable Bundle Goes Online
AT&T's new $35/month streaming TV service throws 100+ channels over your broadband connection. The zero-rating controversy is already brewing. What speeds do you need?
Choosing Business Internet for Your Small Office
A practical guide to business internet service for small offices — what SLAs mean, dedicated vs. shared connections, and what questions to ask ISPs before signing a contract.
Fiber Internet Expansion: 2016 State of the Market
From Google Fiber's growing pains to AT&T's aggressive expansion, here's where fiber-optic internet stands in 2016 and what it means for consumers looking for gigabit speeds.
Comcast-TWC Merger Is Dead: How Consumer Outrage Killed a $45B Deal
Comcast officially withdrew its bid to acquire Time Warner Cable after the FCC and DOJ signaled rejection. Nearly 800,000 public comments helped kill the deal.
Net Neutrality Explained: What the FCC Ruling Means for You
The FCC just reclassified broadband as a utility and enacted the strongest net neutrality rules in U.S. history. Here's what it means for your internet service.
The FCC Just Redefined Broadband: 25Mbps Is the New Minimum
The FCC raised the broadband speed benchmark from 4/1 Mbps to 25/3 Mbps. Millions of Americans who thought they had broadband suddenly don't. ISPs are furious.
The Cord Cutter's Guide to Internet Speed
Thinking about dropping cable TV and going streaming-only? Here's how much internet speed your cord-cutting household actually needs.
Comcast Wants to Buy Time Warner Cable for $45 Billion — This Should Worry You
The two largest cable companies in America want to merge, creating a broadband giant serving 30 million homes. Antitrust concerns are immediate and serious.
Google Fiber One Year Later: Is Gigabit Internet Worth the Hype?
Google Fiber has been live in Kansas City for a year. Real users report real experiences — and the impact on local ISPs has been dramatic. Plus: Austin and Provo are next.