More than 20 million US households are now receiving discounts on internet service as part of a federal program created to close the digital divide, according to the Federal Communications Commission.

The Biden administration's Affordable Connectivity Program provides low-cost, high-speed internet to individuals who lack access or for whom the cost is too high, but many Americans don't know that ...

As another election year begins, we are sure to see plenty of political bickering, negative campaigning, and heated disagreement. But before we rush headlong into that maelstrom, Congress has an ...

A person works at a computer. HOUSTON – A program is providing free and discounted internet services for qualifying families as part of a government initiative. The Affordable Connectivity Program and ...

Walter Prescher, a father with 10 children living at home, says internet access is essential to keep his household running smoothly. "With all the kids and all the chaos in the family, that [money] ...

A Dec. 11, 2023, Facebook post (direct link, archive link) claims Americans can save money through a government program. “Big Wireless doesn’t want you to know this hack,” reads part of the post. “You ...

Joe Supan is a senior writer for CNET covering home technology, broadband, and moving. Prior to joining CNET, Joe led MyMove's moving coverage and reported on broadband policy, the digital divide, and ...

“Big Wireless doesn’t want you to know this hack,” reads part of the post. “You can get FREE wireless internet + a Smart Tablet. The Affordable Connectivity Program – ACP – is a new government benefit ...

The $42.45 billion program was created in 2021 with bipartisan support and an ambitious goal: bring high-speed internet ...

Alex Valdes from Bellevue, Washington has been pumping content into the Internet river for quite a while, including stints at MSNBC.com, MSN, Bing, MoneyTalksNews, Tipico and more. He admits to being ...

Gaps in high-speed internet can be profound and urgent on tribal lands. Tribal members are historically underserved and, on ...

Hawaiʻi will begin drawing down federal infrastructure funds to ensure universal broadband access through the Broadband ...