U.S. internet and wireless providers have announced temporary measures to make getting online less expensive and less hassle. as enforced social distancing due to the new coronavirus forces more human interaction online.
Comcast is offering free public Wi-Fi for all. Just browse for available networks and you can use Comcast’s Xfinity-branded hotspots for 60 days
AT&T and Charter Communications also announced free public Wi-Fi for 60 days
Charter is offering free broadband for households with students through college age who don’t already have a subscription.
Verizon was among the many providers to also announce a moratorium on late fees and disconnections.
T-Mobile announced that it would provide unlimited smartphone data to all current subscribers and increase the data allowance to schools and students .
Sprint said it would give subscribers unlimited data for 60 days, among other changes. Comcast and AT&T also temporarily lifted data caps.