{"id":31553,"date":"2021-07-08T10:22:54","date_gmt":"2021-07-08T17:22:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/connectnw.net\/centurylink\/?p=31553"},"modified":"2021-07-08T10:23:31","modified_gmt":"2021-07-08T17:23:31","slug":"4-tips-for-choosing-the-best-internet-and-phone-service-provider","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/connectnw.net\/centurylink\/4-tips-for-choosing-the-best-internet-and-phone-service-provider\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Tips for Choosing the Best Internet and Phone Service Provider"},"content":{"rendered":"

Can you hear me now?<\/span><\/p>\n

There’s nothing worse than a dropped call or a frozen screen during an important meeting. Choosing the best internet and phone service means never having to worry about a poor connection.<\/span><\/p>\n

With <\/span>over 55% of the workforce<\/span><\/a> currently working from home, having a reliable home phone and internet service has never been more important.<\/span><\/p>\n

Are you setting up a new service or <\/span>looking to upgrade<\/span><\/a>?<\/span><\/p>\n

Keep reading for 4 tips on choosing the right provider for your needs and budget.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Locate the Providers in Your Area<\/b><\/h2>\n

First things first — you need to find the internet and phone <\/span>service providers in your area<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Not all companies service every area. A quick online search using your zip code will bring up the desired results.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Keep in mind that just because a specific service provider is listed in your zip code doesn’t necessarily mean their service is available.<\/span><\/p>\n

This initial search will simply give you a good jumping-off point.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Consider Types of Service<\/b><\/h2>\n

Not <\/span>all internet service<\/span><\/a>s are created equal. The days of dial-up are long gone. Now, there are more efficient services to choose from including:<\/span><\/p>\n