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Convenience. And we prove it every day. According to the [National Retail Federation](https://nrf.com/research/consumer-view-winter-2020), convenience is a huge priority for consumers. More than half of us admit we’re more willing to consider a purchase when it’s convenient, and 66 percent of us pay for delivery services like Amazon Prime and Instacart. [Read More](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/how-fiber-internet-makes-our-lives-more-convenient) ## [What’s the difference between a WiFi extender and a mesh WiFi system?](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/whats-the-difference-between-a-wifi-extender-and-a-mesh-wifi-system) By: [Jim Beaugez](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/author/jim-beaugez) on Jan 2, 2023 9:05:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.cspire.com/hubfs/Living-Room1C6A1436_800x600.jpg)](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/whats-the-difference-between-a-wifi-extender-and-a-mesh-wifi-system) Remember the excitement you felt when you hooked up your first WiFi router? The freedom of being able to move around your home while still connected to the internet sure was nice, even with that baller 56k modem. You’ve moved on, though. DSL happened, then cable internet came onto the scene. Now you’re hearing about Gigabit fiber internet, and you can’t believe how fast it is—only, there’s something that could hold you back from REALLY experiencing the velocity of 1,000 Mbps. [Read More](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/whats-the-difference-between-a-wifi-extender-and-a-mesh-wifi-system) Topics: [wifi](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/tag/wifi), [What is fiber internet?](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/tag/what-is-fiber-internet), [C Spire Fiber](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/tag/c-spire-fiber-internet), [mesh wifi](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/tag/mesh-wifi), [adaptive wifi](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/tag/adaptive-wifi), [router](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/tag/router) ## [Family Gaming Guide: 2022 Holidays Edition](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/gaming-through-the-2022-holidays) By: [Jim Beaugez](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/author/jim-beaugez) on Dec 5, 2022 8:57:13 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.cspire.com/hubfs/Christmas_gaming_800x600.jpg)](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/gaming-through-the-2022-holidays) Family time over the holidays is always better with some spirited gaming. These days, though, you’re just as likely to play games online or on a console than a board game. Here are some fun suggestions for making a festive holiday. [Read More](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/gaming-through-the-2022-holidays) ## [Find the best gift ideas in our 2022 Home Holiday Guide](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/2022-home-fiber-holiday-gift-guide) By: [Jim Beaugez](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/author/jim-beaugez) on Dec 2, 2022 11:37:33 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.cspire.com/hubfs/openinggifts_800x600.png)](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/2022-home-fiber-holiday-gift-guide) The galaxy of smart home devices available today can help you cook a ham, warm your home, keep your family secure and entertain the in-laws and littles visiting over the holidays. But they also make great gifts for all the family and friends in your life. [Read More](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/2022-home-fiber-holiday-gift-guide) ## [How to stream your favorite holiday movies this season](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/how-to-stream-your-favorite-holiday-movies-this-season) By: [Jim Beaugez](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/author/jim-beaugez) on Nov 29, 2022 2:17:13 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.cspire.com/hubfs/xmas-streaming_800x533.jpg)](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/how-to-stream-your-favorite-holiday-movies-this-season) While you’re relaxing over the holiday break, you’ll be glad to know there’s more on TV than football. Several streaming TV platforms, both free and paid, are rolling out Christmas movies for young and old, from classics to new rom-coms and kids’ movies. We have you covered with seven great ways to stream TV over Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. [Read More](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/how-to-stream-your-favorite-holiday-movies-this-season) ## [Internet installation doesn’t have to cost a day of PTO](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/internet-installation-doesnt-have-to-cost-a-day-of-pto) By: [Jim Beaugez](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/author/jim-beaugez) on Aug 17, 2022 11:48:58 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.cspire.com/hubfs/Fiber_appointments_waiting_800x600.jpg)](https://blog.cspire.com/home-fiber-tv-phone/internet-installation-doesnt-have-to-cost-a-day-of-pto) Everyone has a story like this: You made an appointment with an internet company, took time off from work and rearranged your schedule to be home. Then no one showed. Or, they showed up 45 minutes late with no call or explanation. Even worse — they gave you a three-hour window when they might be there, and still blew you off. Better luck tomorrow! 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