Jeff Pastorius

Understanding your Internet speed test results

Understanding your Internet speed test results

How do you know if your internet connection is delivering the speeds you need for gaming, streaming, and working? Internet speed test results can indicate whether that missed shot in Fortnite was really your fault or due to a slow connection. And if inadequate speeds…

Speed need quiz: How much internet speed do I need?

Speed need quiz: How much internet speed do I need?

We want everything fast—including our internet. We rely on it for work, play, and to stay informed and connected. As technology progresses, we’ll need more reliable, faster internet to keep pace with our busy lives. Plenty of internet speed tests tell you how much…

What games use the most bandwidth?

What games use the most bandwidth?

A guide to the most popular online games and how much bandwidth they use Gamers, start your engines: the ultimate guide to fast gaming The 12th man: a gamer’s secret weapon When you jump into your favorite game with a fast, reliable internet connection and an…

Turn your home into a smart home with fiber internet

Turn your home into a smart home with fiber internet

Our fascination with science fiction — from Ray Bradbury’s fully automated Happylife Home in his short story, “The Veldt,” to cartoon classics like Futurama and The Jetsons — has long ignited our imaginations with dreams of living in a smart home one day. Fiction…

Internet speed for streaming tv and movies: how much do you need?

Internet speed for streaming tv and movies: how much do you need?

In simple terms, the higher the numbers, the better the image resolution and the more internet speed required for streaming. The lowest quality images you’ll typically encounter are 480p resolution, but resolutions of 1080p and higher are now more common. To better…

WiFi modem vs. router: What’s the difference?

WiFi modem vs. router: What’s the difference?

Are you setting up a new internet connection or upgrading your equipment to take advantage of those incredible gigabit internet speeds you’ve heard about? You’ll typically be looking at two common devices to achieve the speed you need: a modem and a router. Both…

How to check if someone is stealing your bandwidth

How to check if someone is stealing your bandwidth

Your WiFi connection is yours, and you shouldn’t have to worry about neighbors, strangers, or hackers tapping into it. To help keep others from accessing your internet connection, you need to understand how to control the devices connected to your WiFi. It’s also…

Online shopping safety basics

Online shopping safety basics

Shopping online offers many advantages, especially if your local store runs out of your favorite item. It’s a convenient choice if you want your purchases delivered straight to your door. But online shopping safety is often a concern for new internet users. Shopping…

What to do if you open a phishing email

What to do if you open a phishing email

Phishing attacks are on the rise. In fact, they’re up more than 60% in late 2022 compared to the previous year. Luckily, many email services have sophisticated filters to eliminate phishing messages before they reach you. But scams that make it through those filters…

WiFi 7: the future of WiFi

WiFi 7: the future of WiFi

While streaming your favorite show, video chatting, or working from your home office, you probably aren’t thinking about what version of WiFi you’re using—as long as it’s dependable and fast. But if you like to keep up with the latest technology, listen up because a…

How to spot a phishing email

How to spot a phishing email

Phishing attacks—internet scams where cybercriminals try to trick you into giving away sensitive information like credit card numbers or passwords—are becoming more prevalent. These schemes used to be easy to spot, but modern phishing threats are now highly…

Why should you backup your data?

Why should you backup your data?

Imagine if one day, you woke up and all the data on your computer was gone. Unfortunately, data loss is all too common in the digital age. Backing up your data can save you from financial trouble, panic, and even heartache if an unexpected technical error occurs. In…

Online banking safety 101

Online banking safety 101

In today’s digital world, online banking offers more options than ever before. Although the many apps available may seem confusing at first, managing your finances online is easy once you learn a few basics. Online banking sites and apps are a great option for keeping…

Control your internet with the Quantum Fiber app

Control your internet with the Quantum Fiber app

You deserve incredible control of your home or small business network. Now with the Quantum Fiber App, you hold the power in the palm of your hand. In the video above, we’ll look at why the Quantum Fiber app is a smarter, safer, and more secure way to control…

Fun and unique Mother’s Day tech gifts

Fun and unique Mother’s Day tech gifts

Eager to show your appreciation for mom this year? Your search is over! Check out these trending Mother’s Day tech gifts and find the perfect gadget to help her stand out from the crowd! If your loved one is a gamer, these trendy new gaming gifts will take her command…

Milliseconds matter: why fiber internet is great for gaming

Milliseconds matter: why fiber internet is great for gaming

When it comes to gaming, milliseconds matter. Long loading times. Ping. Lag. Each word is enough to send a shiver down any gamer’s spine. For the best gaming experience, you need internet that can keep up. In this video, we’ll look at how fiber internet can be…

What is two factor authentication?

What is two factor authentication?

Two-factor authentication, or 2FA, is an important security tool for businesses and individuals that requires verification from other sources outside of just your password. In this short video, we’ll look what two-factor authentication is, why it’s…

Stay connected during moving season

Stay connected during moving season

Are you gearing up for a change of pace during moving season once the semester ends? When you’re browsing various internet plans for college students, keep in mind that Quantum Fiber offers a variety of internet plans to make sure every student has what they need this…

Latency and symmetrical speeds explained

Latency and symmetrical speeds explained

Are you tired of slow upload and download speeds, and long auto-updates that steal chunks of time out of your workday? If you’re a gamer or film enthusiast, you know all about how lag and video buffering can get in the way of a good entertainment session. These are…