Comcast extends its subsidized broadband program beyond its June 2014 commitment. The cable giant started the program back in 2011 as part of its conditions for its merger with NBC Universal.

There are so many more factors to a good internet connection than the speed limit. Credit: Mashable composite; Shutterstock / Mihai_Andritoiu Moving forward requires focus. Mashable's Social Good ...

Ten years ago, Comcast launched its Internet Essentials program to connect low-income families to low-cost internet service. In honor of its anniversary, the corporation is pledging $1 billion to the ...

Marguerite Reardon started as a CNET News reporter in 2004, covering cellphone services, broadband, citywide Wi-Fi, the Net neutrality debate and the consolidation of the phone companies. Johnnette ...