Comcast Can Get Rid of Data Caps. It Chooses Not To
Photo: Justin Sullivan (Getty Images) Comcast is increasing the speed of its Internet Essentials package from 25/3 Mbps to 50/5 Mbps starting March 1, 2020 at no additional cost. The change is part of what the ISP says is a long-term commitment to digital equity, and that offering low-income households speeds above the FCC-defined minimum will help to “accelerate” those plans throughout 2021. Advertisement On one hand, it does seem like an extension of good faith to finally bring low-income households and communities decent internet. But on the other hand, it highlights how ISPs like Com...
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