- Comcast is providing free WiFi hotspots to the public, unlimited data to its customers and putting disconnects and late fees on hold during this period. They are also offering two months free for new customers to its Internet Essentials package and has increased the speed of Internet Essentials. Visit www.xfinity.com/wifi for a map of XFINITY WiFi outdoor and SMB hotspots.
- The four biggest carriers—AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, and Verizon—have all committed to not cutting off customers who can’t pay their bill because of this crisis.
Local organizations and faith communities are finding creative ways to gather online via live Facebook events, webinars, and video conferencing. Not feeling comfortable with the tech skills needed to host a video chat? There are free conference call services if you want to gather a group of friends and family over the phone.