Federal telecommunications assists millions of American households each year through the Lifeline internet and phone discount program, which offers much-needed connectivity support to families with ...

The ACP is no longer active, but there are still options for low-cost internet service. CNET shares top picks for each state to help you stay connected.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. James Martin/CNET Finding low-cost internet is becoming increasingly more difficult with rising prices and decreased support for ...

A reliable communication system is one of the basic needs of modern life. From job applications to accessing medical services or simply communicating with family members, having a cell phone with an ...

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — Virginia Sen. Mark Warner wants the FCC to expand the program that helps low-income Americans access the internet. “Broadband is an economic necessity,” Warner said. “If there’s ...

Stricter enrollment requirements will make it more difficult to qualify for this federally funded low-income internet program. State and local resources may help fill the gap. Joe Supan is a senior ...

If you're struggling with the cost of internet, you might be able to find assistance to lower your monthly internet bill. Some internet service providers (ISPs) offer low-cost internet to qualifying ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The ACP ran out of funds, but some low-income internet options remain. On the other hand, some ISPs chose to include low-cost ...