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     Speedify Bonds Multiple Internet Connections for Speed and Reliability

   Adam Engst

   Are there times when you have various possible Internet
   connections'Wi-Fi, DSL, satellite, cellular'none of which are
   particularly fast or reliable? That isn't a problem I have these days,
   so I haven't tested [1]Speedify, but I find it a sufficiently
   compelling idea that I wanted to mention it briefly.

   In essence, Speedify is a software-based VPN that promises to combine
   multiple Internet sources into a single connection that's faster, more
   secure, and more reliable. Channel bonding increases performance,
   automatic failover boosts reliability, and automatic prioritization of
   audio and video streams makes it suitable for streaming.

   I could imagine Speedify being useful for people who live in rural
   areas with dodgy DSL, spotty satellite, and sketchy cellular. Even if
   none of those connections work well all the time, they could be fine
   together. Then there are those who regularly commute on Amtrak trains
   and might benefit from bonding the Amtrak Wi-Fi with a cellular
   connection to participate in video calls while on the move. Other
   travelers could benefit from supplementing overwhelmed hotel or
   conference Internet connections with a cellular connection. With
   standalone cellular modems'[2]some of these scenarios would require
   additional hardware'you could even bond cellular connections from two
   different carriers. The upshot is that if you're willing to pay for
   multiple accounts, Speedify might be the solution.

   Speedify apps are available for Mac, iOS, Windows, Android, and Linux.
   There's a 30-day free trial, after which unlimited data plans start at
   $4.99 per month for a 3-year commitment. A month-by-month plan costs
   $14.99 per month, or you can split the difference with a 1-year
   commitment for $7.49 per month. It works on up to five devices
   simultaneously, and there are also family plans that offer up to five
   accounts.

   If you give Speedify a try, let us know how you're using it and how it
   works for you in the comments!

References

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   1. https://speedify.com/
   2. https://speedify.com/blog/combining-internet-connections/finding-multiple-internet-connections/

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