A Day in the Life of Your Pittsburgh Internet Service Provider

Posted on July 11, 2023 by Evan Stein

As the sun rises in Pittsburgh, probably over a yellow bridge, our day is just beginning at Green Light Wireless. We are a locally owned and operated business. Have you ever wondered what a typical day is like for a Pittsburgh Internet Service Provider? (Say yes.) You are in luck! Grab a cup of coffee and read on to learn more about a day in the life of a Pittsburgh Internet Service Provider (ISP if you are fancy).

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We’re #PittsburghProud of Friendship

Posted on June 21, 2023 by Evan Stein

Friendship is one of the smaller neighborhoods in the East End, but it is big in personality. It is home to creativity and art, gorgeous old Victorian houses, tasty treats, and one of the most confusing intersections in the Pittsburgh Region.

Here are some of our favorite places to visit in Friendship.

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Why Choose Local

Posted on May 8, 2023 by Evan Stein

Pittsburgh Proud

Choosing local isn’t just about visiting the Bloomfield Farmer’s Market on Saturdays and picking out some fresh produce. It’s not just about visiting Love, Pittsburgh in the Strip District, and supporting your favorite Pittsburgh artisans. And it’s not just about making sure that 87% of your wardrobe is black and yellow. You can choose local for your Internet services as well. Green Light Wireless is locally owned and operated and deeply invested in the Pittsburgh community.

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E-Cycling

Posted on April 6, 2023 by Evan Stein

Give Back to the Earth and the Community

Hopefully you know that old and broken technology like monitors, cell phones, batteries, computers, printers, and more, cannot be put out with your curbside recycling. Moreover, you shouldn’t just throw electronic waste out with this week’s trash. Proper electronic recycling, or e-cycling, prevents harmful contaminants from seeping into our environment. Sometimes electronics recycling is easier said than done, but luckily we have several options for ways to safely and responsibly recycle electronics.

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Home Internet Equipment 101

Posted on March 24, 2023 by Evan Stein

With every passing year, home Internet becomes more of a vital utility. But beyond partnering with a fast and reliable service provider like Green Light Wireless, there are some basic components and best practices to will ensure everyone in your household has access wherever and whenever they need it.

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We’re #PittsburghProud of Lawrenceville

Posted on February 18, 2023 by Evan Stein

There are so many neighborhoods we love in Pittsburgh. (Don’t make us pick favorites, we refuse!) From Friendship to Bloomfield, to Shadyside and beyond, they each have their own unique personality. A Je ne sais quoi, if you will. While we can’t pick one favorite, we can pick a favorite to highlight—Lawrenceville—good old 15201.

With over 250 locally owned businesses on Penn Avenue and Butler Street alone and minutes from ‘Dahntahn’, Lawrenceville is a great place for lunch, a weekend, or your new home neighborhood. Our friends over at Visit Pittsburgh give Lawrenceville high praise, “If you’re looking for a fun, hip neighborhood with lots of cool things to do, spend the day in Lawrenceville?.” Tripadvisor included Lawrenceville among the City’s coolest neighborhoods.

Here are some of our favorite nooks and crannies of Lawrenceville.

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Phone Emergency Features

Posted on January 23, 2023 by Evan Stein

We talk a lot about ensuring the security of your Wi-Fi-enabled devices, but your devices can also keep you safe in an accident or a medical emergency. While smartphones and smartwatches have robust safety features, many require a little work on your end to connect you to the help you need in an emergency.

Additionally, it’s important to learn how to find medical information and emergency contacts on both iPhone and Android phones. Should you find yourself attending to someone in an emergency situation, you will already know where to look to access their critical information.

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Giving to Pittsburgh Nonprofits

Posted on December 16, 2022 by Evan Stein

The end of the year is near! The season of giving is a time to look outward and help our friends and neighbors. Perhaps you want to share some of your good fortune from 2022. Or maybe give a thoughtful gift of a donation in honor of a friend or colleague. If you are looking for Pittsburgh nonprofits to make donations to, we’ve got a great list for you spanning many categories. Here is a list of some nonprofits in Pittsburgh doing wonderful things for the city. Happy giving!

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Give the Green Light to these Tech Gifts

Posted on November 17, 2022 by Evan Stein

Whether you’re making a list of presents to buy or a list of gifts you want, the latest and greatest in technology is always a favorite. We compiled our list of tech gifts that we give the “Green Light” to, so you and yours unwrap the best new tech this year.

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Is Someone Spooky Following You on the Internet?

Posted on October 25, 2022 by Evan Stein

We all love spooky season — fall leaves, candy, and our favorite scary movies. Watching a monster follow someone may be thrilling on a tv screen, but it is much more frightening behind a computer screen. Has something you plan to buy ever suddenly shown up in your social media feed? Or have you discussed something and an article about that topic appears? Are you paranoid, is your phone listening, or is someone following you around the Internet?

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