How quickly could you get on a street corner there with a big tray of free samples? As schools are shut down all across the country, ed tech companies, from old faithfuls to fresh young startups, are rushing to help fill the gap and/or take advantage of the situation. Broadband providers like Spectrum and Comcast are offering free internet hookups to households with students. So before the coronavirus panic spurs you to sign your child up for 263 different online education services, do your due diligence. As with the free internet hookup, check to see if you aren’t going to be automatically subscribed at the regular price once the free period is over.

Source: Forbes March 14, 2020 15:11 UTC