6 Tips for Choosing an Internet Provider

Posted on August 26, 2024 by Evan Stein

Choosing an Internet provider is a daunting task. It’s something you cannot live without in modern society (but, that’s an entirely different blog post)! However, choosing the right Internet Service Provider (ISP) has many factors, such as availability, quality, cost, and responsiveness, just to name a few. So, where do you start? Read on for 6 tips to help you feel confident in your choice.

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Two Hilly Northside Neighborhoods to Explore

Posted on July 8, 2024 by Evan Stein

This month is double the fun in our Pittsburgh Proud series. Did you know Northside is made up of 18 communities? We are singing the praises of two of our favorite neighborhoods on the Northside — Troy Hill and Spring Hill. Both may be small in terms of square mileage, but combined they have lots of Pittsburgh Northside charm. And hills…did we mention hills? Steep ones.

Come along with us to learn about what these delightful Northside neighborhoods have to offer (including Green Light Wireless, yep, they are in our network footprint).

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What’s the Difference Between Wi-Fi and Internet?

Posted on June 21, 2024 by Evan Stein

“What’s the password to your Wi-Fi?” “I hope they have free Internet at our hotel.” We all know that we want to be able to connect and use our devices anywhere and everywhere, and often, we use the terms Wi-Fi and Internet interchangeably. But what is the difference? (Luckily for you, we have the answers!)

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Give the Green Light to These Tech Gifts for Dads and Grads

Posted on May 8, 2024 by Evan Stein

Graduation season is here, Father’s Day is around the corner, and it’s time to celebrate. Whether you’re cheering on a graduate as they embark on their next adventure or showing appreciation for the fathers and father figures in your life, finding a gift can be a challenge. We want to make it easier for you. We give the green light to these Dad and Grad tech gifts.

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Ten Great Green Spaces in Pittsburgh

Posted on April 5, 2024 by Evan Stein

At Green Light Wireless, we love to celebrate all things green! So, this Earth Month, we want to celebrate some of our favorite green spaces in the city. From forests to inner city lawns, our city boasts some phenomenal outdoor spaces to rest, relax, and recreate.

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MythBusters: Internet Speed tests

Posted on March 8, 2024 by Evan Stein

Since we aren’t ones who bury the lead — At GreenLight Wireless we dislike Internet speed tests, and we’re going to tell you why. Let’s start at the beginning and then dive into what’s really slowing your computer down (hint: it’s not your Internet speed).

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We’re #PittsburghProud of Squirrel Hill

Posted on February 12, 2024 by Evan Stein

Few things are better than walking around Forbes and Murray on a weekend afternoon, shopping, and snacking in Squirrel Hill. And, if the pavement isn’t where you want to be, Schenley and Frick Parks are waiting for you to hike and explore. Here are just a few of our favorites in one of the most fun-named Pittsburgh neighborhoods.

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Easy Ways to Ditch the Digital Clutter and Make Your Online Life Easier

Posted on January 25, 2024 by Evan Stein

A new year is full of new possibilities. Beyond resolutions, it can be a time to take stock, clean out some closets, and purge your physical and digital clutter. We want to help you start off the year right with some tips for cleaning out your digital detritus and improving your Internet usage in 2024.

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Maximizing Family Sharing Settings: A Complete Guide

Posted on December 19, 2023 by Evan Stein

It’s the holiday season so we have family on the brain. But, of course, as your local ISP, we are thinking about the technical aspects of how to bring families closer together this season, and all year long. Managing devices and apps can be a challenge, especially when you have a family. Fortunately, family sharing settings can help you stay organized and in control. When used properly, family sharing settings help lower communication barriers within the family, while strengthening security barriers beyond the family. In this guide, we’ll explore the advantages of setting up family sharing and how to get the most out of these settings, focusing on the family settings available on iOS devices.

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10 More Interesting Things to Do Online

Posted on November 16, 2023 by Evan Stein

It seems impossible that the unending playground of the Internet can become tedious, but it can get repetitive going to the same few sites all the time. Surfing the web is like a treasure hunt — you never know what you might discover. Let’s check out 10 more interesting things to do online.

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