December 7, 2020 09:59 pm
Original Link: https://www.theverge.com/2020/12/7/22158985/comcast-free-wifi-internet-extension-2021-low-income-students
Comcast extends offer of free Wi-Fi at community centers through June 30th, 2021
Comcast is extending its COVID-19 support programs through June 30th, 2021, including the free Wi-Fi and educational resources it offers at local community centers throughout the US. The company says this is the third time it has extended its programs during the pandemic.
Community centers that offer free Comcast internet access are called “Lift Zones” by the company, though what’s most important is how they’re meant to reach low-income students who might have inconsistent internet access at home. Switching to remote learning or a combination of in-person and online instruction has made internet access critical for students, so having a place to log on that’s theoretically close to home helps. Comcast is also extending its Internet...
Original Link: https://www.theverge.com/2020/12/7/22158985/comcast-free-wifi-internet-extension-2021-low-income-students
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