Looking on the Internet to diagnose health issues can seem overwhelming. No one wants to fall into a WebMD rabbit hole and worry that a hangnail is a harbinger of serious problems. But, the Internet can help you take control of your health and support personal resolutions to improve your mind and body.
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As your local Internet provider, it’s no surprise that we love all things Pittsburgh and shopping local. As you plan your holiday parties, you can showcase all that the Burgh has to offer. Check out these local shops to make sure that your holiday or New Year’s festivities are amazing!
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Have you checked out online only to be hit with hidden and extra fees at the last minute? It is extremely frustrating, a poor customer experience, and, unfortunately, extremely common. When shopping online, hidden fees might include unexpected taxes or shipping. In the world of Internet services, surprise charges may include installation costs, modem rental fees, technician fees, change of address fees, and more. Everything comes with a price, but that doesn’t justify hidden fees.
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This is part 2 of the blog post about Internet connection and speed. If you need a refresher on how Internet speed works and Internet usage of various online activities, check out part 1 of “How Fast an Internet Speed Do You Truly Need?”
Let’s set the scene. You are watching a movie. Just when the story is about to reach a climax, the spinning wheel of death appears. What’s worse, after you patiently let your video download for a moment and think everything will be fine, five minutes pass into your movie, the spinning icon of doom appears again.
Bad news, you have slow Internet speed or unstable connectivity.
Today, we want to talk about what might impact your Internet speed, how to find your current speed, and most importantly, the actions you can take to improve your Internet connectivity.
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This is part 1 of the blog post about Internet Speed. In the next blog post, Check Your Internet Connection and Make it Faster, we will share how you can improve your Internet connection and the free tools you can try.
Internet speed is something we all have come to rely on in our daily lives. With 93% of American adults using the Internet and many with increasing reliance on it, you may have asked one of these questions:
And, of course, the fundamental question, “How fast of an Internet connection do I actually need?”
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Creativity belongs to all of us – a life without books, art, music, films, performances, or entertainment would be static and sterile. Pittsburgh has a vibrant arts scene that we can be proud of for sure. Just in the visual arts category, we have nationally renowned museums, galleries, high-quality art centers, and talented local artists (Pittsburgh is ranked 3rd for best city for artists in 2021).
In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic caused severe and unanticipated hardship for the arts across the country. Many Pittsburgh arts organizations and venues are resilient and have found creative ways to continue bringing high-quality art experiences to Pittsburghers.
Learn about 10 small to mid-sized visual arts organizations and spaces in Pittsburgh that are worth your time. So, take a break from surfing the Internet and support one of them with a visit!
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People are connected to the Internet much more than prior generations. According to a recent Pew Research Center survey on Internet usage from early 2021, 85% of Americans say they go online daily, and 31% of U.S. adults now go online “almost constantly.”
What are the things you have been enjoying on the Internet? If you are tired of scrolling through your social media feeds or getting sucked into mindless games, there are other things to make your time on the Internet more productive yet still entertaining. Here are ten things that will be well worth your time exploring online.
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Are you enjoying more quality time in the yard, on the apartment balcony, or by the window these past couple of weeks? According to a new study by the International Casual Furnishing Association, 90% of Americans surveyed agreed their outdoor living space has become more valuable than ever. With more people realizing the importance of their outdoor living spaces, 2021 might just be the “Year of the Yard.”
One easy way to upgrade your outdoor living spaces or indoor garden is by shopping locally. We’ve compiled a list of Pittsburgh local garden centers and nurseries that you should visit to up your gardening game.
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Sustainability is a hot topic during April, which is when Earth Day takes place. You might already bring canvas bags for grocery shopping, use reusable water bottles to stay hydrated, and re-purpose materials for craft projects. But, there is one more simple thing you can do – practice sustainability with your Home Internet!
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When we went through a brand refresh at Green Light Wireless, we thought long and hard about a seemingly simple question – should we talk about the Internet as ”Internet” or “internet”?
As an Internet company, this question brought us to research the history behind capitalizing “Internet” and how it slowly became “internet” in mainstream day-to-day writing.