broadband
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FCC Will Force Internet Providers to Create Broadband ‘Nutrition Labels’ to Prevent Surprise Costs
Aiming to put an end to unexpected costs and fees for broadband, the Federal Communications Commission on Thursday unanimously approved a proposal requiring providers, such as AT&T and Comcast, to create “nutrition labels” to help consumers navigate the industry’s maze of prices and offers.
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If I Fits, I Sits: Starlink’s Self-Heating Internet Satellite Dishes Are Attracting Cats
SpaceX’s Starlink has been making steady gains with its fledgling satellite internet service, surpassing 100,000 terminals shipped in 2021 and showing promising improvements in performance after initial speed tests produced lacklustre results. However, the company’s run into an unforeseen hiccup with its dishes: Cats love them.
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SpinTel Also Has Two 5G Wireless Broadband Plans, Taking on the Big Players
Last week Telstra announced its 5G Home Internet plan, following the likes of the other big players (TPG, Vodafone and Optus) in giving you ways to avoid NBN. But did you know SpinTel also has a 5G wireless broadband option? SpinTel’s pitch for wireless broadband is pretty much it: “NBN down? Waiting too long to…
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The fastest NBN plans around right now
Not all internet providers are equal – especially when it comes to the NBN. Buying a fast NBN plan should be simple, but there’s a whole range of factors that can affect just how fast your connection is. Telcos try to give you an idea of how fast their NBN plans are by reporting typical…