Monday, June 8
10:00 PM UTC

Understanding Internet Plans

Trainer:
Johnny Hernandez

Date and Time

Monday, June 8
10:00 PM UTC
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Class Description

In this session, we’ll break down the different parts of a home internet plan so that you can choose the best option for your household. We’ll go over important terminology, from hotspot to bandwidth. You’ll learn about the best internet speeds for different kinds of activities, from emailing to gaming. We’ll also discuss tips for talking with Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and for saving money on your bill.

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Trainer:
Johnny Hernandez

With a background in communications, Johnny worked in television production and print journalism fields until he made “the best career change” to become a Technology Trainer for Senior Planet in 2019. A retired musician of 30+ years, Johnny is also passionate about music and feels that drumming has kept him young at heart and healthy all around. Johnny combines his passions for technology education and music at Senior Planet. You can find him teaching Drum Circle and many technology lectures and demos online! 

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