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The video discusses strategies to save money on internet and Wi-Fi bills by negotiating with service providers. The speaker recommends informing providers of disconnection to trigger new customer discounts and negotiate lower prices. They share experiences with Spectrum, highlighting the inconvenience of new equipment requirements and rental fees. The benefits of buying a modem instead of renting one are emphasized, along with the importance of network speed compatibility. Viewers are encouraged to advocate for themselves by seeking the best discount offers and considering switching providers for better deals. Ultimately, fair pricing for essential services like internet is emphasized for telecommuting needs.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses a strategy to save money on internet and Wi-Fi bills. They highlight the trend of providers increasing prices over time, sometimes significantly. The solution proposed involves simply informing the provider to disconnect the service to trigger new customer discounts. The speaker emphasizes that this tactic has been effective for them and their acquaintances over the years, allowing them to maintain lower rates. By using this method, individuals can potentially negotiate better prices and avoid excessive increases in their monthly payments.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker shares their experience with trying to disconnect their internet service from Spectrum. They mention that after negotiating for a discount to no avail, they were informed they needed new equipment due to new standards. The speaker highlights the inconvenience of having to return old devices and get new ones, including a modem for internet and an additional device for Wi-Fi, which incurs a monthly rental fee of five dollars. They note the contrast with other countries where one device serves both purposes.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the benefits of buying your own modem instead of renting one. They explain how they purchased a modem with both modem and Wi-Fi capabilities for $100, eliminating the need to pay rental fees. By providing the MAC address to their internet service provider, they were able to quickly set up their own modem and start using the internet. Additionally, they emphasize the importance of having both the 5 gigahertz and 2.4 gigahertz network speeds for compatibility with older devices that require the slower network. This way, users can avoid issues and have more flexibility with their devices.
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In this part of the video, the speaker advises viewers to call their service provider and request to disconnect the service to receive the best discount offers. They share a personal example of negotiating a lower price for their internet service by threatening to disconnect. The speaker encourages viewers to take advantage of switching providers to get better deals since there are often multiple options available. They emphasize that fair prices are important for essential services like internet, which is crucial for teleworking. The speaker concludes by urging viewers to advocate for themselves by requesting the cheapest offer available to new clients from their service provider.