Yet while the way we use the internet has changed dramatically, many households rarely stop to check whether their connection still suits their needs.
That's one reason Australian internet provider Spin Tel is encouraging Shepparton residents to spend a few minutes checking what's available at their address.
More than 8,300 premises across Shepparton that are ready for broadband have not yet activated an available service. And many connected households may not realise they are now eligible for newer internet technologies or plans that better match the way they use the internet today.
Think about how your household uses the internet now compared with just a few years ago. Multiple televisions streaming at once, children gaming online, parents working from home, video calls, smart home devices and security cameras all place greater demands on a home connection.
If streaming regularly buffers, video calls freeze, downloads seem slow or your internet struggles when everyone is online, it could be time for a review.
SpinTel CEO Liam Bal says many Australians simply "set and forget" their internet service. "Unless something stops working properly, most people don't think to check whether better options have become available," he says. "But internet technologies continue to evolve, and it's worth taking a few minutes to see what's available at your address and whether your current service still suits your household."
The good news is that checking is quick and free.
Visit SpinTel's online address checker to see which internet technologies are available at your property.
Whether you're looking for faster speeds, a more reliable connection or simply want to know what's changed, checking your address only takes a moment, and could help you find an award-winning internet service that's a better fit for the way you live today.
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