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Active military and veterans can score savings this Labor Day Believe it or not, few providers showed up to give us their best this week. Seriously, I’m pretty sure we even spotted a tumbleweed or two. Luckily, since we’re always on the lookout, we succeeded in tracking down one standout offer you won’t want to miss. Keep reading to find out how you can start saving now.

SpaceX is launching thousands of satellites into space, learn about how Starlink customers are impacted Starlink is the largest satellite internet provider and has increased satellite launches considerably to keep up with demand. There have been an estimated 12,890 Starlink satellites launched—though the number of satellites in orbit is slightly lower and currently sits around 11,090. SpaceX’s most recent satellite launch occurred just a few days ago, on August 26, 2026.

In a study by HighSpeedInternet.com, 77% of respondents reported using public Wi-Fi networks. Most Americans rely on free public Wi-Fi to lower cellular data usage while away from home, but this reliance exposes devices to security threats that many users cannot identify or prevent. Public Wi-Fi networks allow users to access the internet in shared spaces such as cafes, airports, and hotels without using mobile cellular data.

Know what to expect with every monthly bill EarthLink makes most of its money reselling internet service from other providers, so its terms and conditions vary widely based on where you live. EarthLink advertises price locks on some of its fiber plans, but doesn’t publish info about how long the price lock lasts.

My whole-home test uncovered the truth about Ethernet, dongles, and distance from the router I’ve spent a little time lately preaching about the importance of running regular speed tests to check the health of your home network. It’s more than just good home network hygiene—it’s becoming essential. Our speed test has been run more than 52 million times, and our data shows people who run regular tests are more satisfied with their home internet than people who don’t.

Why dual providers are the ultimate rural setup A storm takes down a cable; a truck clips a pole three miles away; the power company cuts electricity to your nearest tower. Suddenly, your Wi-Fi fails, and you have no way to reach anyone who can’t hear your rebel yell. Just a few years ago, rural internet outages like this meant tethering your laptop to your phone and praying for bars. There was only one provider for miles, and it wasn’t necessarily great. That’s starting to change.

Checking your speed regularly can keep Wi-Fi emergencies at bay A dead Wi-Fi connection has a way of turning a normal day into a minor crisis. But what if you could sidestep the panic entirely? Our data shows that regular maintenance checks catch small issues long before they become full-blown emergencies. People who take speed tests routinely tend to be much happier with their internet service than people who test only to fix slow internet or diagnose a specific problem.

SpaceX is launching thousands of satellites into space, learn about how Starlink customers are impacted Starlink is the largest satellite internet provider and has increased its satellite count and launches considerably to keep up with demand. There have been an estimated 12,798 Starlink satellites launched—though the number of satellites in orbit is slightly lower and currently sits around 11,000. SpaceX’s most recent satellite launch occurred just a few days ago, on August 26, 2026.

The plan's not fast, but this free perk makes it a slam dunk Internet companies usually reserve their best perks and promotions for customers who choose premium plans, but Spectrum is instead offering one of the best add-ons we’ve ever seen to low-income customers only. The plan customers need to get the Amazon Prime deal isn’t super fast, and it doesn’t come with free Wi-Fi equipment, but this exceptional perk makes up for the downsides.

Save money and stress less when you choose home internet first It’s easy to get distracted by the noise of endless monthly subscriptions: music, grocery delivery, rideshare, even a budgeting app to help you track it all (yes, that irony is real). But don’t let the clutter keep you from the most important decision on your list: internet. Home internet is the backbone of your digital home and the gateway to real monthly savings, so be sure to lock it down before you settle on a mobile plan.