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Internet service provider
/ˈɪntɚnˌɛt sˈɜːvɪs pɹəvˈaɪdɚ/
/ˈɪntənˌɛt sˈɜːvɪs pɹəvˈaɪdə/
ISPInternet service provider
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a company that provides its customers with Internet access and related services
What is an "Internet service provider"?
An Internet service provider (ISP) is a company that offers access to the Internet. ISPs provide customers with the technology and connections needed to go online, whether through broadband, fiber optics, satellite, or other methods. They may offer additional services like email accounts, website hosting, and technical support. ISPs vary in the speed and quality of their connections, and the service they provide is often tied to a monthly subscription or payment plan.
Examples
My Internet service provider is offering a new plan with faster speeds.
I need to contact my ISP because my Internet connection has been very slow lately.
