Why is having Google Fiber a big deal? It might make families happier

[Commentary] So you might ask: “What home needs industrial-strength Internet?” The truth is that Google Fiber -- or other somewhat competitive high-end Internet services -- should appeal to anyone who’s ever had a family fight over Internet access in the past two decades. Let me explain.

Speed and online access were a natural fit as the Internet grew so essential that it became almost part of our DNA. But ever since people could get the Internet at their homes, it’s seemingly never been quick enough. Is it really such a great thing that members of your household can simultaneously watch four different movies streamed to four different media players without a hiccup? Yes, it may settle family stress over who’s hogging the Internet signal. But remember the days when the family would huddle on the couch and watch a movie -- together? You know, warm and fuzzy times. Of course, that gathering might only lead to another household tussle over what movie to watch. Fast Internet provides a solution when common ground is unreachable.