We’re more reliant than ever on the internet to keep up with what’s going on in the world — especially in the face of a global pandemic like what we’re experiencing with the coronavirus.
There is plenty of solid information online to help track the spreading of the virus, along with what to do if you’re feeling symptoms. Tap or click here for ways to get a coronavirus assessment without leaving home.
With so much time being spent online, there’s a good chance you might go over your data limit and rack up unexpected fees. But there is good news: Some providers are suspending data caps during the coronavirus pandemic.
Even better? Internet service providers won’t cancel your service, even if you can’t pay. Keep reading for all the details.
America’s internet providers have promised to keep your service going, even if you can’t pay the bill.
Tens of millions of Americans are being kept home from work because of the coronavirus. Many people, especially hourly workers and those paid by tips or by the job, simply won’t be paid.
But T-Mobile, CenturyLink, Cox, AT&T, Cable One, Verizon — virtually every American internet provider — promises they won’t interrupt your personal or business internet service for the next 60 days, or as long as the emergency lasts, even if you can’t pay the bill.
It’s called the “Keep America Connected Pledge.” Late fees will be waived, too. So if you can’t pay your internet bill, let your provider know.
One recommendation from the World Health Organization to slow down the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) is for everyone to practice social distancing. It’s exactly what it sounds like — stay away from people.
That means spending a lot of time at home and away from family and friends. But you’re still going to want to stay in contact with them to make sure everyone is OK.
The coronavirus pandemic has shocked the world economy. To prevent the spread of infection, companies across America are urging workers to stay indoors and work from home as much as possible.
It’s a sudden, drastic change. But social distancing is shown to prevent the spread of the virus. Plus, there are plenty of tools that make working from home easier than ever. Tap or click to find out how to prepare your business.
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Fears associated with the coronavirus have been ramping up for quite some time, and rightfully so. The World Health Organization classified COVID-19 a pandemic on Wednesday. On Friday, President Trump declared a national emergency. If you haven’t been taking it seriously, now is the time.
The coronavirus pandemic isn’t the only thing spreading around the world right now. Fake news, misinformation and rumors are wildly circulating on social media, and it’s making a coordinated response to the virus much harder to achieve.
Uber may be a convenient way to get around, but a chief concern for many potential riders is safety. Once you step into your driver’s car, you’re at their mercy until the vehicle comes to a stop. This means you have little-to-no recourse during a crisis or emergency, and no way to get out of the car.
The coronavirus took a serious turn for the worse this week when the World Health Organization (WHO) classified it as a pandemic.
Now, frightened people are searching for answers on the best ways to stay protected. Agencies like the EPA have been trying to help by publishing a list of disinfectants that have been verified to be effective against the coronavirus. Tap or click here to see the official list of products.
The novel coronavirus and its disease, COVID-19, are now global phenomenons. The World Health Organization is stopping just short of calling it a pandemic, but the virus is present on almost every continent around the globe. Fear is palpable and people across the internet are scrambling for answers.
How is everyone liking the new normal? No, we’re not talking about the data economy, the pandemic or the foreign disinformation operations. We’re talking, of course, about how hackers are everywhere — and how they’re not giving up until they’ve captured all of your data.
What a year the past month and a half have been, huh? There have been so many crazy headlines recently that it certainly feels like time has slowed down. But of all the news circulating since the start of the year, few stories have been as impactful or scary as the coronavirus outbreak in China.
Do you feel a tickle in the back of your throat or a sniffle in your nose? You know it’s probably a common cold or the seasonal flu, but you can’t help but worry it’s something far worse: the dreaded Wuhan coronavirus.
