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Old 02-18-2024, 10:04 AM
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Originally Posted by ChilePepper View Post
I did a side-by-side modem speed check (via direct Cat 5 cabling and wifi) between Century Link and T-Mobile. T-Mobile smoked Century Link by a long shot. Since I already had my cell service with T-Mobile, I just bundled. I have been very pleased with my connections and speed.

I have used Xfinity in the past which seemed good - I just did not appreciate their sketchy business practices. Also, I would invest in Babbel before calling the service line. Also, Xfinity brags about using Verizon's network which is not a lie. What they don't tell you is they only have access to a portion of the towers (I was told approx 1/3).
I believe you can also get Verizon wireless internet for $35/month as well.

These wireless internet providers are the future but while they work OK now, they are still not 100% yet since there is limited cell bandwidth with all the providers. Also with 5G networks you need to be fairly close to a cell tower or line of sight to get a full speed connection. But it does work.