https://www.austinaguirre.comRSS Feed for Austin AguirreenSun, 21 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://lutefish.com/blogs/the-hook/getting-the-band-back-together-jrbThe Jimmy River Band is proving that distance doesn’t have to keep a great band apart. Spread across three cities and hundreds of miles, they’re still playing to big crowds, opening for national acts, and performing at festivals and venues across the Midwest. How? They use Lutefish to practice in real time, learn new material, and go into full-rehearsal overdrive mode ahead of major shows. We caught up with the band to hear how Lutefish helped them get back on stage and stay there.Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://lutefish.com/blogs/the-hook/getting-the-band-back-together-jrbhttps://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/t-mobile-5g-home-internet-for-students-and-gradsPreparing for higher education is the perfect time to start pruning excess expenses and time-wasting tasks. No student needs an astronomical internet bill to tack onto their educational costs, nor the added time suck of navigating a convoluted provider contract with data caps, term commitments, and extra fees...Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/t-mobile-5g-home-internet-for-students-and-gradshttps://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/fastest-internet-providersT-Mobile achieved the fastest speeds in the nation with an outstanding 323Mbps average speed on its fiber network. Though it’s the youngest major service in the country, T-Mobile’s fiber-to-the-premises (FTTP) service is already mirroring its 5G success. How? T-...Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/fastest-internet-providershttps://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/annual-internet-service-provider-reviewOur Annual Internet Service Provider Review uses both proprietary and public data sets to compare internet service providers (ISPs). These data sets include performance test results from the HighSpeedInternet.com speed test, internet plan a...Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/annual-internet-service-provider-reviewhttps://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/is-5g-good-for-gamingNew 5G fixed-wireless internet services are proving to be a capable alternative to traditional cable and fiber, as evidenced by 5G’s excellent ratings in our 2023 customer satisfaction survey. But how does 5G fixed-wireless stack up when it comes to gaming?Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/is-5g-good-for-gaminghttps://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/who-has-the-best-5g-home-internetSwitching to 5G home internet gets you some serious perks—like unlimited data, no contracts, and free equipment. That doesn’t mean much if the service doesn’t hold up, but we’re glad to report that it does. In 2023, customers gave 5G home internet higher ratings than any other type of internet service, even fiber, in...Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/who-has-the-best-5g-home-internethttps://www.spinmagazine.com/2026/02/online-rehearsals-are-changing-the-way-musicians-work/Real-time online music sessions are here, and they’re starting to have an impact. Musicians of all levels are flocking towards the efficient proposition of doing much of their work online. Music lessons, group rehearsals, onboarding new band members, and even entire band reunions are taking place entirely online using technology that makes it feel like you’re playing with other musicians in the same room, even if you’re hundreds of miles apart. While we are still learning the full scope of its u...Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.spinmagazine.com/2026/02/online-rehearsals-are-changing-the-way-musicians-work/https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/t-mobile-mobile-internet-bundlesOnce I learned how good T-Mobile’s internet was in our T-Mobile 5G Home Internet test and review, I was immediately curious about bundling deals. It turns out you can save a pretty penny by combining T-Mobile 5G Home Internet with a T-Mobile mobile phone plan. T-Mobile’s already affordable $50 per month home internet service goes down...Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/t-mobile-mobile-internet-bundleshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCPCbEkl6C8&t=1sEver tried to jam with your bandmates online and the lag made it impossible? We’ve all been there! Today, I’m showing you a game-changer called Lutefish Stream. It’s a dedicated box that allows for ultra-low latency, high-quality audio jamming—and to prove it works, I’m jamming with my good friends in the Moga Family Band!Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCPCbEkl6C8&t=1shttps://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/why-does-my-internet-slow-down-at-nightSlower internet speeds at night are often the due to network congestion. Just like rush hour traffic, when everyone uses the internet at the same time, the network’s limited bandwidth struggles to keep up.  There are two types of network congestion: local network congestion, which comes from your home network, and wide area network (WAN) congestion on your internet service provider’s (ISP’s) network. While ISP-level WAN network congestion isn’t as much of a problem as it used to be, it’s largely...Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/why-does-my-internet-slow-down-at-nighthttps://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/why-is-my-internet-so-slowWe provide more detail on each of these potential internet slowdown causes further down the page. Click on an issue to auto-scroll to the solution.Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/why-is-my-internet-so-slowhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6RS6LEd0Gp8The Lutefish Stream aims to make remote jamming a much more creative and enjoyable experience by promising zero-latency audio thanks to its bespoke hardware and tech… but how best to test its capabilities? Getting heavy, obviously Guitar.com's Cillian Breathnach roped in their Epimetheus bandmates, set them up in different spaces, and set them a task – can a doomgaze band stay locked in when they're not in the same room?Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6RS6LEd0Gp8https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2q1onY2fOUWelcome to the video setup guide for the Lutefish Stream: the device and platform making real-time online music collaboration a reality. Whether you're here to set up your new device or just learn more about Lutefish this quick guide provides the following instructions: ✅ Device setup ✅ Scheduling sessions ✅ Instrument & mic connections ✅ Troubleshooting Navigate​ video chapters below: 0:00 - Intro 0:11 - Account Setup 0:27 - In the Box 0:37 - Setting Up the Stream Device 1:34 - Scheduling a Jam Session 1:46 - Connecting Instruments 2:01 - Joining a Session 2:12 - Setting Levels 2:22 - Latency tips 2:30 TroubleshootingMon, 08 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2q1onY2fOUhttps://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/how-to-extend-your-wifi-rangeThere are a lot of different ways to extend your Wi-Fi range. Some are free and easy enough to complete in seconds, while others require some additional equipment and installation.Fri, 03 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/how-to-extend-your-wifi-rangehttps://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/how-to-extend-your-wifi-rangeby Austin Aguirre Edited by Rebecca Lee Armstrong Oct 3, 2025 | Share Technology There are many ways to extend your Wi-Fi range. Some are free and easy enough to complete in seconds, while others require some additional equipment and installation. Start with the basics, like good router positioning and using the proper Wi-Fi band. If you still need more range, Wi-Fi repeat...Fri, 03 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/how-to-extend-your-wifi-rangehttps://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/docsis-3-0-vs-docsis-3-1DOCSIS is the standard that allows the internet to work over coaxial cables. New versions of DOCSIS come out periodically, always packing substantial upgrades for cable internet customers. Right now, DOCSIS 3.1 is the current standard used by nearly all cable ISPs, but not all modems are equipped to utiliz...Thu, 25 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/docsis-3-0-vs-docsis-3-1https://lutefish.com/blogs/the-hook/artist-spotlight-maelstr-mWhen starting a garage band, Craigslist guitarists may be a dime a dozen, but the group Maelstr’m needed mandolin and fiddle-wielding rogues well-versed in pirate odes. Eventually, group leader, Rav’n, did piece together such a crew: characters like Greenbeard, the bassist, and Sprinkles Rumblebottom, who packs keys and guitar. But finding such specialized scallywags meant making one huge sacrifice; the group is spread over an enormous geographical area spanning from Detroit to New Orleans. Mael...Fri, 19 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://lutefish.com/blogs/the-hook/artist-spotlight-maelstr-mhttps://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/tmobile-away-is-your-best-moving-toolNot all moves are as simple as showing up at your new place and unloading a box truck. Sometimes, you’ve got to get there and get going before finding your new home. Having been through several of these longer transitions, I can confidently say you’ll need a decent internet connection more than ever.Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/tmobile-away-is-your-best-moving-toolhttps://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/verizon-5g-home-internet-installationStep 1: Find a good spot to set up your Verizon 5G Gateway. Because the Verizon 5G gateway receives data via wireless broadcast from cell towers, the best place to set up your router is usually near a window on the top floor of your home. You want the gateway to access the best possible 5G signal. Step 2: Connect the gateway to power and wait while it boots up, updates, and connects. The gateway LED indicator light flashes white to indicate the device is booting. This usually takes a few minutes...Fri, 08 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/verizon-5g-home-internet-installationhttps://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/centurylink-installationby Chili Palmer and Austin Aguirre Edited by Rebecca Lee Armstrong Aug 7, 2025 | Share Brand Guides, Equipment Guides, FAQ You can probably install CenturyLink home internet yourself, whether you have a fiber or DSL connection. If it’s the first time for a new connection at your address, though, you’ll need to schedule an appointment. We’ll help you figure out what you need to complete...Thu, 07 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/centurylink-installationhttps://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/how-to-troubleshoot-slow-spectrum-wi-fiAs a prior broadband technician, I found these tips to be the most effective ways to speed up slow Wi-Fi, eliminate pesky disconnects, and improve spotty signals. If you’re having issues with your Spectrum Internet service, try these quick fixes to get your Wi-Fi humming.Wed, 06 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/how-to-troubleshoot-slow-spectrum-wi-fihttps://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/best-fiber-internet-planChoosing an internet service isn’t as simple as picking the best provider. At the end of the day, the specific plan you choose dictates the quality of your experience more than anything else. We dug deep into the cu...Wed, 06 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/best-fiber-internet-planhttps://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/how-safe-is-my-internet-connectionEven on secure networks, cybercriminals still find ways to get in, and once they do, they potentially have access to anything and everything you do online. They use these vulnerabilities to steal your money, peer into your personal life, and perhaps even access live video feeds of your home. Terrifying, right? It’s the unfortunate reali...Mon, 28 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/how-safe-is-my-internet-connectionhttps://lutefish.com/blogs/the-hook/artist-spotlight-trip-to-the-morgueOld-school thrashers, Trip To The Morgue, have been using Lutefish to stay on track while navigating crazy schedules. The band’s shiny new record deal and national tours don’t leave a lot of time for onboarding new band members or creating new songs—but the group found a way. We caught up with Trip To The Morgue’s lead guitarist, James Patrick McCosar, to learn how playing together online using Lutefish has kept the band productive and even allowed them to add on a new guitarist who lives hundre...Thu, 24 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://lutefish.com/blogs/the-hook/artist-spotlight-trip-to-the-morguehttps://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/how-to-set-up-t-mobile-5g-home-internetT-Mobile 5G Home internet is one of the easiest internet services to install yourself. There’s no networking cabling, no technician appointment, and you don’t even have to wait for a modem in the mail. You can waltz into a T-Mobile store, sign up for a plan, grab your free rental modem, and be up...Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/how-to-set-up-t-mobile-5g-home-internethttps://www.premierguitar.com/news/lutefish-rolls-out-powerful-new-tools-for-musiciansLutefish, the real-time music collaboration device and platform, is excited to announce a suite of new features designed to simplify setup, streamline collaboration, and offer more flexible subscription options for Lutefish Stream users. These latest updates, Audio Presets, Automatic Session Recall, Improved Scheduling with Contact Visibility, and a new Yearly Subscription Plan, are all about making it easier than ever for musicians to jam together, no matter where they’re based.Thu, 05 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.premierguitar.com/news/lutefish-rolls-out-powerful-new-tools-for-musicianshttps://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/is-my-data-cap-enoughMonthly data caps on home internet service are rare these days, but most of the providers that still enforce them put the cap at 1.2TB. If you go over your data cap, you may have to pay extra fees or even have your service cut off. Fortunately, most customers don’t need to worry about them (with a few exceptions that we’ll cover here). According to a recent industry report, the average household uses about 720.5GB of data per month, jut more than half of 1.2TB. However median usage was even lowe...Tue, 20 May 2025 00:00:00 +0100https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/is-my-data-cap-enoughhttps://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/best-internet-providerEvery year, our Annual Review gauges the quality of internet providers by focusing on the categories that matter most to customers. Our internet experts zero in on the tech, performance, pricing and policy, reliability, and customer feedback of every major inter...Wed, 26 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/best-internet-providerhttps://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/fastest-internet-providers-2025A state-of-the-art fiber network had been the game plan from day one when Apollo Management first approached former Executive Vice President of Verizon, Bob Mudge, about purchasing ILEC assets. As the plan developed, Maguire and Creager wer...Wed, 26 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/fastest-internet-providers-2025https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/how-to-negotiate-your-internet-billIf you need to tighten your budget, your internet bill is a good place to start. Internet service providers (ISPs) are often willing to negotiate lower rates to keep customers happy, but that doesn’t mean they just roll over because you demand a lower monthly bill. To have the best chance of success, you need to do some research and develop...Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.highspeedinternet.com/resources/how-to-negotiate-your-internet-bill