New Delhi: Is your Internet Service Provider (ISP) delivering the data speed you were promised? Does your internet fluctuate from time to time? If you answered yes to both questions, there’s only one way to find out: check your internet speed. A quick and easy way to check your internet speed is simply on the […]
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Comcast Invests $1 Million to Bring Broadband to Rural Community of Biola, California in Fresno County
DGAP-News: Comcast California15.03.2022 / 23:30 The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Comcast today announced that it has invested $1 million to bring broadband to Biola, California, a rural community in Fresno County. As part of its largest digital equity initiative in California, Comcast will also open three new Lifting areas […]
Battling Buffering: New York makes a broadband push | New York News
By MICHAEL HILL, Associated Press ALBANY, NY (AP) – Frank Paxhia’s rural home in western New York is close to the high-speed Information Highway. But it has no access ramp. The retiree, who lives in the town of Friendship, is one of hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers who remain on the wrong side of […]
Rural broadband is at the center of the agricultural bill
The coronavirus pandemic has highlighted the need for federal assistance to expand high-speed internet connectivity to all parts of the country, members of a U.S. House subcommittee agreed this week while that they were looking at what provisions might be included in the next farm bill. “I represent a mostly rural district in North Central […]
Leon County Residents and Businesses Encouraged to Participate in Internet Speed Initiative
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) — Two government entities are encouraging Leon County residents to participate in an internet initiative. According to a press release from the Tallahassee-Leon County Office of Economic Vitality and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Office of Broadband, the two offices are encouraging Leon County residents to participate in the Florida State […]
Utah internet speed test campaign
Calling on all Utahns to participate in a one-minute speed test to identify areas with low or no high-speed internet accessThe Utah Broadband Center, powered by the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity, has launched a statewide internet speed test campaign for Utahans to report their internet speeds at home, at work or wherever they connect.In […]
Editorial: Oklahoma Broadband Expansion Act Worth Support | Editorials
Oklahoma lawmakers are considering a bill that could dramatically improve internet service for large swaths of the state that have long been underserved. House Bill 3363, the Oklahoma Broadband Expansion Act, would use currently available federal funds to extend broadband service to rural areas of Oklahoma. The plan’s goal is to bring broadband to 95% […]
ConnectLA’s New Affordable Connectivity Program Prioritizes Broadband
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) – ConnectLA is working to put broadband first with its new Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). According to the FCC, approximately 44% of Louisianans do not have high-speed Internet access. About 200,000 students in Louisiana did not have access to high-speed internet during the pandemic. The effect of COVID on Baton Rouge’s […]
Cache Valley Residents Encouraged to Take One-Minute Internet Speed Test – Cache Valley Daily
FILE PHOTO – Laptop. Photo by Glenn Carstens-Peters on Unsplash SALT LAKE CITY — Residents across the state, including northern Utah, are encouraged to test the speed of their Internet connections at home, work, or wherever they connect. The Utah Broadband Center, powered by the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity, has launched a statewide internet […]
Comcast Expands Affordable Connectivity Program Offerings with Faster Internet Essentials Service and Xfinity Mobile
Submitted by Comcast VSomcast participates in the federal government’s Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) and the $30/month benefit can be applied to any level of Xfinity Internet service. Today, Comcast introduced two new ways for customers to connect through ACP and both are available to any qualifying customer in all service areas of the company. Customers […]
Flint Energies partners with Conexon to bring fiber broadband to 31,000 homes and businesses in central Georgia – Reuters
ATLANTA, Ga. (41NBC/WMGT) — On Tuesday morning, Governor Kemp announced a new partnership to bring fiber broadband to 31,000 underserved businesses and homes in many central Georgia counties. The partnership will affect a total of 9 central Georgia counties, including Crawford, South Houston, Macon, Peach and Taylor counties. Flint Energies and Conexon Connect will join […]
Tired of internet speed limits? Here are the best multi-gig plans
According to OpenVault’s latest U.S. broadband usage report, gigabit adoption has increased by more than 11% in the country, double the figure of the previous year. Last year, the Fiber Broadband Association said a four-person household will need over 2,100 megabits per second (or just over 2 gigabits) in download speed by the end of […]
CEDC Urges Response to Broadband Survey | New York State
HUDSON – Columbia Economic Development Corporation officials are encouraging residents to participate in the state’s broadband assessment survey to help produce the most accurate maps possible to highlight gaps in broadband internet service throughput for rural and low-income communities. The New York State Public Service Commission is expected to release a Broadband Assessment Program survey […]
Florida PSC Receives Update on Rural Broadband Deployment
TALAHASSEE — Reliable access to Internet service has become essential for rural households that receive health care or education services online. Today, the Public Service Commission (PSC) explained how Florida’s broadband providers are rapidly scaling up to connect households that need internet access for school, business and other pursuits. . “Expanding high-speed Internet […]
Ciudad and Sparkle Sign High Speed Internet Connectivity Agreement in Nigeria | The Guardian Nigeria News
Sparkle, one of the world’s top five carriers, has been selected by Ciudad, one of Africa’s fastest growing telecommunications companies, to boost internet speeds and set the super experience record. blazing highest in Nigeria with 10 Gbps port connection. Operating as OneData Nigeria, Ciudad is a fast-growing alternative Internet Service Provider (ISP) with approximately 300 […]
Wyalusing Superintendent talks about the Rural Broadband Authority | Local/Regional
HARRISBURG — Wyalusing Superintendent Dr. Jason Bottiglieri was one of many officials who helped Gov. Tom Wolf celebrate the state’s new rural broadband authority on Wednesday and outline steps being taken at the federal level to bring internet connectivity to the north level. Bottiglieri participated in Wednesday’s press conference as a representative of the Pennsylvania […]
Clay County residents invited to participate in internet speed test
Clay County residents are invited to participate in an internet speed test to help shape the future of broadband in their communities. The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity is looking for people to track internet speeds, which will help the state identify gaps in high-speed internet service. “Using your internet connection, the speed test will […]
Ciudad and Sparkle to Provide High Speed Internet Connectivity in Nigeria
Sparkle, one of the world’s top five carriers, has been selected by Ciudad, one of Africa’s fastest growing telecommunications companies, to boost internet speeds and set the super experience record. blazing highest in Nigeria with 10 Gbps port connection. Operating as OneData Nigeria, Ciudad is a fast-growing alternative internet service provider with around 300 subscribers […]
Turkey’s internet speed not enough for households
Turkey’s internet speed not enough for households As the pandemic increased internet traffic at home, Turkey failed with an internet speed of 30.51 Mbps. It ranked 2021st among 175 out of 103 countries with its internet speed far behind the world average. Internet service providers have focused on maximizing Turkey’s Internet speed with the joint […]
PLDT dominates internet speed test again for 2021 – report
Image by Bruno/Germany from Pixabay “Fast internet is no longer a luxury.” A telecom giant has outpaced other services in the country in internet speed, according to the latest data from a global benchmarking firm. Home PLDT was recognized as the fastest broadband network in the Philippines based on its speed score in Ookla Speedtest […]
Internet speed in Greece at a snail’s pace
Credit: Nenad Stojkovic/ CC BY 2.0 Internet speeds in Greece – both at home and on mobile – are incredibly slow, as they lag behind the global average by six points. According to Speedtest Global Index, which compares international data speeds every month, Greece ranks 31st out of a total of 138 ranked countries in […]
Service Provider’s Newly Unveiled Tahoe Network Infrastructure Boosts Connectivity for Rural and Underserved Areas
Led by Greg Green, former CEO of FatBeam, Tahoe provides robust fiber broadband to meet the evolving needs of educational connectivity and community enrichment PHOENIX, January 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Presentation Tahoe Network Infrastructure: a consumer-focused network service provider that partners with rural and underserved communities across Midwest and beyond to build bespoke private fiber […]
Harbor Link Builds DMV Internet Connectivity Along I-95
Baltimore-based broadband infrastructure company port link is building a 60-mile diverse conduit route between Baltimore, DC and Northern Virginia in the I-95 corridor. The project will provide increased access to high-speed wired Internet in communities and businesses along this route. The infrastructure company is rolling out dark fiber, an industry term for fiber optic cable […]
ABS-CBN’s Converge and Sky Cable Top Netflix December Internet Speed Index in PHL
CONVERGE ICT Solutions, Inc. and ABS-CBN Corp.’s pay-TV and broadband arm, Sky Cable Corp., are the fastest Internet Service Providers (ISPs) on Netflix, according to December’s ranking of the media streaming company’s ISP speed index. With a speed of 3.6 megabits per second (Mbps), Converge and Sky Cable top the list of top ISPs in […]
Koehler’s bill promotes high-speed internet access in rural Illinois
PEORIA — State Sen. Dave Koehler (D-Peoria) wants all Illinoisans to have access to reliable high-speed internet. He therefore leads the charge of bringing services to the rural areas of the state. “When it comes to internet access and connectivity, rural communities have been left behind,” Koehler said. “This has created an opportunity gap that […]
Virgin Media reveals tricks to boost your broadband speeds
Struggling with slow download speeds? Virgin Media published a blog post with some practical tips to help you increase your speed. “If you’re out of the office, you might not have the benefit of calling the IT team when you’re stuck – unless someone you live with doubles up with an ace versatile technology,” the […]
What is the Affordable Connectivity Program and how it reduces broadband bills by $360 per year
FAMILIES looking to save money on their broadband bill may find some relief. A government program is available to those who qualify and can save households up to hundreds of dollars a year. 1 The program can save up to $360 per year on broadband bills The Affordable Connectivity Program is a benefit program of […]
State’s Broadband Map Shows Technology and Internet Divide on the Hill
ALBANY COUNTY — For the first time, New York State has compiled municipal internet connectivity data and presented it publicly in the form of a card, which confirms in numbers what many already knew by anecdote: rural hilltowns are behind in both the internet and technology, as are parts of the cities of Albany, Cohoes […]
How Much Internet Speed Do You Really Need? Factors to Consider
Whether you’re planning to take an internet connection to your home or move to a new location, choosing the right internet plan can be difficult. Service providers offer several guides on their blogs, but most of them sell the benefits of having faster internet at home, which in reality may not be. The ultimate goal […]
BSNL, Jio and Airtel broadband plans for home work in 2022
[ad_1] Since the pandemic hit the world, people have been forced to work from home. This has resulted in a surge in demand for home internet over the past couple of years. Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in India offer several packages that meet the needs of their users who work from home. Some users can […]
Atlantic Broadband Continues to Support Households in Need with Affordable Connectivity Program | News
[ad_1] QUINCY, Mass .– (BUSINESS WIRE) – January 5, 2022– Atlantic Broadband, the eighth largest cable operator in the United States, will provide broadband connectivity at discounted prices to financially distressed households through the Federal Communications Commission’s Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). As part of the program, Atlantic Broadband will offer a discount of up to […]
What is good internet speed in Canada (2022)?
[ad_1] Article summary According to Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), “Good Internet speed” means any broadband connection that can download at least 50 megabits per second (Mbps) and download at 10 Mbps. With millions of Canadians now working from home during the day and streaming TV every night, even that might not be […]
1 Gbps broadband plans with OTT benefits from Jio, ACT and Airtel
[ad_1] The growing broadband market in the country has become an undeniable need of the hour since the arrival of the pandemic. Whether users use it for streaming, work from home, or even small businesses, the reliability of seamless Wi-Fi connectivity across multiple devices has increased dramatically. Broadband connections are also very important for offices […]
UK broadband customers within weeks of HUGE price hikes
[ad_1] Soaring inflation in the UK threatens to trigger one of the biggest annual price hikes on record for broadband and mobile customers. As it stands, customers with BT Broadband, EE, Plusnet, Vodafone, O2, TalkTalk, Shell Energy, among others, could see their monthly bills increase by around 9% in March or April 2022, which is […]
Beacon Broadband Connects First Customers to New Fiber Network | News
[ad_1] Beacon Broadband, Inc., powered by Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative, has officially connected its first high-speed fiber optic customers to its network. On Thursday, December 9, this festive event marks the first 25 customers of the Beacon Broadband pilot test area who now receive quality high-speed internet service. âJust over a year ago, Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative […]
Comcast Completes Multi-Million Dollar Broadband Expansion in Las Vegas | Community
[ad_1] âThis investment in Las Vegas will bring improved broadband services to thousands of homes and businesses, expanding access to education and stimulating economic development opportunities within the community. Working with industry leaders like Comcast, New Mexico will continue to bridge the digital divide and meet the needs of New Mexicans in communities large and […]
UP to get 7 more internet exchange nodes, the digital economy and connectivity should improve
[ad_1] UP will get seven additional internet exchange nodes on Thursday, improving internet connectivity and the digital economy in the state. Uttar Pradesh will get an additional 7 Internet exchange nodes on Thursday, December 23, 2021. (Representative image) Uttar Pradesh is expected to receive seven new internet exchange nodes on Thursday, which will boost the […]
Federal government and province announce $ 300 million broadband partnership
[ad_1] Projects will be announced in 2022, but due to global supply chain issues and the industry’s ability to support projects, communities may not go online until 2023 or 2024. Rural municipalities say they are pleased with the announcement of federal funds dedicated to improving Internet access in communities across the province. Internet Connectivity in […]
Internet arms race cause for concern, says NTA
[ad_1] The Nepalese Telecommunications Authority has expressed deep concern over Internet service providers who themselves charge service charges or tariff rates without the authority’s approval. The fierce competition to provide high internet speed and competitive rates among Internet Service Providers (ISPs) recently started after CG Net rocked the market in June this year when they […]
David Y. Ige | DBEDT Press Release: AFFORDABLE CONNECTIVITY PROGRAM TO PROVIDE LONG-TERM BROADBAND ACCESS TO HAWA RESIDENTS
[ad_1] DBEDT Press Release: AFFORDABLE CONNECTIVITY PROGRAM TO PROVIDE LONG-TERM BROADBAND ACCESS TO HAWA RESIDENTS Posted on December 17, 2021 in Latest department news, Press room HONOLULU – As the COVID-19 pandemic plunges us deeper into a digital world, internet connectivity is more essential than ever to access essential services, including education and healthcare. The […]
Internet speed war is not allowed? NTA publishes notice
[ad_1] It seems that Nepal’s exciting internet speed war was not allowed from the start. The Nepal Telecom Authority (NTA) released an important notice today (December 17) urging ISPs to first get NTA approval for the service charge, in order to implement their bandwidth offering new generation passante. In its opinion, the NTA calls on […]
IMS and SES to extend Internet connectivity to underserved Colombian communities with O3b mPOWER
[ad_1] Fiber-like O3b satellite connectivity to help accelerate the digital transformation in Colombia with affordable, high-speed and reliable connectivity services LUXEMBOURG, December 15, 2021– (BUSINESS WIRE) – SES ‘satellite link services will enable Colombia’s leading fiber optic network service provider Integra Multisolutions (IMS) to extend and improve fiber-type connectivity for Colombian municipalities in less than […]
GOP Meaning. Wants answers on broadband benefits fraud
[ad_1] By Nadia Dreid (December 14, 2021, 6:55 p.m. EST) – Four Republican senators say they are “troubled” by a report by the Federal Communications Commission Inspector General that revealed he discovered fraud among providers of the broadband emergency benefit, which provides low-cost Internet service to low-income households. As the program shifts from a temporary […]
Targeting senior housing communities in the broadband access program: LeadingAge – News
[ad_1] (Credit: 10,000 Hours / Getty Images) As the federal government transitions between broadband access programs, a leader in aging services calls for the affordable connectivity program to specifically target seniors in subsidized housing. The Federal Communications Commission recently announced a 60-day transition period to the Affordable Connectivity Program, which modifies and expands the emergency […]
State’s $ 100 million demands for broadband expansion open
[ad_1] To close the year that Governor Tony Evers predicted would be the “Year of broadband access“, the State Civil Service Commission has opened requests for grants of up to $ 100 million that it wishes to grant in the summer of 2022. Evers started 2021 with her statement during the State of State address, […]
IT News Online – Big Network Launches Connectivity Platform and Launches Channel Partner Program for IT and Managed Service Providers
[ad_1] ACCESS WIRE2021-12-09 Big Network combines enterprise grade Mesh-VPN and SD-WAN that installs in minutes and it works. The platform also combines a service ecosystem that creates an easy way to deploy network and cloud services, enabling a new class of recurring revenue opportunities for support providers and trusted advisors. NEW YORK, NY / ACCESSWIRE […]
Airtel, BSNL, Jio, Excitel broadband packages for students
[ad_1] The demand for the internet at home has increased dramatically in recent times, whether for streaming and gaming, working from home, online learning, or small businesses. ISPs (Internet Service Providers) offer a wide variety of broadband packages designed to meet the needs of the targeted user base. Since the start of the pandemic, students […]
SpaceX Starlink’s internet speed exceeds 400 Mbps! Expect better performance as more satellites reach Earth orbit
[ad_1] SpaceX Starlink’s internet service is now available to many consumers around the world, particularly in the United States. (Photo: Photo by MARIANA SUAREZ / AFP via Getty Images) Now one of the broadband users has shared a screenshot showing that Elon Musk’s internet service is over 400 Mpbs. Reddit user u / AtlanticQuest confirmed […]
Funding secured to expand broadband network
[ad_1] Funding of $ 7.6 million has been secured to expand Columbia Basin Trust’s regional fiber optic network between Fruitvale and Nelson and between Kimberley and Wasa. Permits and other pre-construction work on the projects will begin soon, with the support of federal, provincial and regional partners. “Our goal is to help the people of […]
Work from home Broadband plans from Airtel, Jio, BSNL, Vodafone Idea
[ad_1] The devastating wave of the Covid-19 pandemic that rocked the world last year has forced the majority of industries and sectors to force their employees to work from the comfort of their homes. People have shifted to the culture of working from home and the demand for unlimited plans has increased dramatically. Various Internet […]
Packages, prices, advantages, etc. Airtel Xstream broadband
[ad_1] Characteristics oi-Abhinaya Prabhu | Posted: Thursday November 18th, 2021 02:29 PM [IST] Since working from home is the new normal in many parts of the world, there is a huge demand for reliable high-speed Wi-Fi connections. Broadband internet service providers including Reliance Jio, Excitel, BSNL Bharat Fiber, Spectra and Airtel Broadband have come up […]
USB Study: Broadband Access Can Improve Sustainability
[ad_1] https://hoosieragtoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/broadband-sustainability-wrap.mp3 A new study from the United Soybean Board shows that broadband Internet access in rural America can improve the sustainability of agriculture. Farmers use the data to inform their operating decisions, including how to make their operation more sustainable, but without a reliable and fast broadband connection, this data is not easily accessible. […]
Internet speed test launched to better connect people
[ad_1] The results of the Internet speed test in Douglas County. You can participate on www.nevadaspeedtest.org Residents of western Nevada are invited to participate in a broadband speed test to determine where the least served and underserved homes and businesses are located. However, in order to participate in www.nevadaspeedtest.org, they have to be able to […]
There are several broadband technologies, each with advantages and disadvantages. Which one is right for you?
[ad_1] If there was a time when we liked our Internet service providers, it has been fine for about 18 months. The advent of the Covid-19 pandemic has made many of us home workers, home students and everything in between. Broadband has become the facilitator of our social lives and our family catch-ups, with virtual […]
Kentucky Advances In Broadband Access | State News
[ad_1] FRANKFURT – State efforts to improve broadband internet service appear to have paid off, as Kentucky is one of the top states for an increase in internet speed since the start of the COVID pandemic- 19, according to a website that monitors the telecommunications landscape. WhistleOut reported that Internet download speeds in Kentucky increased […]
Up to speed? Kentucky Among Best States For Increased Internet Speed - The Advocate-Messenger
[ad_1] FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – The state of Kentucky’s efforts to improve broadband internet service appear to have paid off, as Kentucky has been one of the top states for an increase in internet speed since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a website monitoring the telecommunications landscape. WhistleOut reported Wednesday that Internet […]
Rogers Brings Connectivity to Residents and Businesses of Ramara in Simcoe County
[ad_1] In partnership with the Township of Ramara, Rogers will connect more than 800 homes and businesses, including the township fire station Once completed, residents and business owners will have access to a full range of services, including Rogers Ignite Internet⢠with speeds of up to 1.5 gigabit per second and Rogers Ignite TV⢠To […]
Comcast Boosts Internet Speed for Gallup Region
[ad_1] A strong internet connection is essential, a point proven last year when most of the schoolwork and socializing was happening behind a screen. But rural areas like Gallup don’t always measure up when it comes to Internet connectivity. âPreviously, Gallup customers had access to up to 50 megabits per second. But as more people […]
Kentucky Upgrades – Among Top States For Increased Internet Speed, Says WhistleOut
[ad_1] By Tom LatekKentucky today The state of Kentucky’s efforts to improve broadband internet service appear to have paid off, as Kentucky is one of the top states for an increase in internet speed since the start of the COVID pandemic. 19, according to a website that monitors the telecommunications landscape. WhistleOut reported Wednesday that […]
Aussie Broadband (ASX: ABB) share price jumps 5% on increased revenue
[ad_1] Image source: Getty Images The Aussie Broadband Ltd (ASX: ABB) The stock price is gaining today, up 4.8% to $ 4.80 per share at the time of writing. This as Index of all ordinary (ASX: XAO) was down 0.19%. Below, we take a look at some highlights from ASX Telecom’s Annual General Meeting (AGM). […]
Tata Sky Broadband offers 200 and 300 Mbps value-added packages
[ad_1] Tata Sky Broadband is one of the fast growing Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in India. The company has a 100% fiber network that will provide you with end-to-end connectivity. If you work from home and also have a large family connected to the same Wi-Fi network as yours, this will only work if you […]
Hall County Broadband Committee Releases Information from Study with Connected Nation Texas | KAMR
[ad_1] MEMPHIS, Texas (KAMR / KCIT) – Officials from the Hall County Broadband Committee have released information from its study with Connected Nation Texas, recommending various findings to improve broadband access and speeds across the county. It comes after the City of Amarillo City Council approved a broadband initiative for Potter and Randall counties. According […]
Importance of routers for better internet speed
[ad_1] Source: balkanandroid.com Everyone wants the fastest Internet access in this rapidly advancing age. Why? Because high-speed internet dramatically reduces wait times and allows users to complete multiple tasks at once. As soon as you get your hands on a super-fast internet connection, you’re good to go. You can search all kinds of information online, […]
Internet speed tests are useful as rough guides – ISPA
[ad_1] Association of Internet Service Providers (ISPA) Speed ââtests should only be taken as rough guides to the quality of broadband connections, according to the Association of Internet Service Providers of SA (ISPA). An Internet speed test measures connection speed – as well as the quality of the connected device – by running consecutive tests […]
Justice announces “billion dollar broadband strategy”
[ad_1] CHARLESTON – Governor Jim Justice on Friday unveiled a billion dollar strategy to bring broadband availability to 200,000 more homes and businesses in West Virginia. The plan will combine funding from federal, state and local governments, along with matching investments from private sector partners, to accelerate the expansion of broadband internet in underserved areas […]
Biparty Bill Will Change The Broadband Game In The United States |
[ad_1] Millions of Americans do not have access to reliable broadband Internet service, and the inequality is particularly striking in rural America. The rural broadband gap translates into lost opportunities to develop businesses, learn new skills, educate our children or even participate in daily activities. I represent a sprawling rural district that encompasses nearly 25% […]
Full fiber optic connectivity can bring learning to life
[ad_1] The growth of the Internet has brought with it endless opportunities to learn new things; Whether for work, school or a hobby, the online world means there is an endless amount of information at your fingertips. It has changed the way we learn, and new technologies such as personalization, virtual reality and artificial intelligence […]
Governor signs broadband and cybersecurity bills before deadline
[ad_1] This story is limited to Techwire Insider members. This story is limited to Techwire Insider members. Log in below to read this story or learn more about membership. The legislative session officially ended on Sunday, the last day for Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign or veto bills sent to his office by elected officials. […]
Fifth Annual Indigenous Connectivity Summit to Address Sustainable Solutions to Achieve Digital Equity
[ad_1] WASHINGTON, October 11, 2021 / PRNewswire / – The Internet Society will host its fifth annual Indigenous Connectivity Summit, bringing together a diverse group of stakeholders around a common goal: to connect Indigenous communities in North America to a fast, affordable and sustainable Internet. Indigenous communities are among the most underserved in terms of […]
NetNordic to Provide Airties Smart Wi-Fi Wallet to Broadband Operators in the Nordic Region
[ad_1] OSLO, Norway and ISTANBUL, October 11, 2021 / PRNewswire / – NetNordic, a leading Nordic system integrator, and Airties, the most widely deployed managed Wi-Fi solutions provider to service providers globally, today announced a new strategic relationship for serving broadband providers throughout the Nordic region. NetNordic will offer Airties’ award-winning portfolio of Smart Wi-Fi […]
DICT Cites Significant Increase in Internet Speed PH and Digital Reforms
[ad_1]Department of Information and Communications Technology Secretary Gregorio Honasan 2nd gives an update to President Rodrigo Roa Duterte on his agency’s accomplishments and ongoing development during a meeting with the Interagency Working Group on Diseases Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF-EID) core members at the Malacañang Palace. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO The Philippines has seen significant improvements in its […]
Emergency Connectivity Fund Available Now for Nevada County Schools and Libraries
[ad_1] From a version: Do you know any librarians, teachers or school administrators? They can benefit from funding from the Emergency Connectivity Fund program, which covers the reasonable costs of laptops and tablets; Wi-Fi access points; modems; routers; and purchases of broadband connectivity for off-campus use by students, faculty and library users. The purpose of […]
Emerald South and Comcast Launch South Side Connectivity Collaborative, an Internet Connectivity Initiative Focused on South Side Areas of Chicago
[ad_1] Thousands of residents in four neighborhoods on the south side are expected to benefit from additional opportunities to connect to the internet for schoolwork, digital skills training, access to services and job search. Emerald South Economic Development Collaborative and Comcast today announced the launch of the South Side Connectivity Collaborative (SSCC). Powered by Comcast, […]
Xplornet Metro Loop providing Gigabit Internet speed in Haldimand, Ontario
[ad_1] Metro Loop, powered by Xplornet, brings fiber to the home in over 6,500 locations in Haldimand County MARKHAM, ON, October 7, 2021 / CNW / – Xplornet Communications Inc., from Canada the largest rural broadband provider, today announced that Metro Loop’s fiber-to-home expansion continues in Haldimand with gigabit internet service now available to 6,500 […]
Starlink broadband internet service release date, pre-booking details, price in India, etc.
[ad_1] Elon Musk’s SpaceX may start its Starlink broadband service in India from December of next year. With the arrival of this broadband service, Indian users will benefit from high speed data. The tech giant is working to expand its broadband services to rural areas. Popular speed testing app company Ookla has data showing that […]
5G is a breakthrough in back-up connectivity
[ad_1] Article by Somerville Manager for WAN and ISP Connectivity Services Oshadha Ranaweera. Australian telecom operators are rapidly accelerating the deployment of their 5G network to achieve greater coverage and reach of the population. Early adopters are reporting promising results of speeds of more than one gigabit per second on the downlink in some Australian […]
A bipartisan broadband victory for communities of color | Remark
[ad_1] Since Americans connect to the Internet, black and brown communities are less likely than our white neighbors to have broadband at home. President Joe Biden’s infrastructure bill offers the best chance we have ever had to finally close this digital divide. The Senate bill passed with a large bipartisan majority earlier this month commits […]
YahClick and Universal Satcom Group to Provide Broadband Services in MEA Region
[ad_1] YahClick, the satellite broadband service of global satellite operator Yahsat and its partner Hughes Network Systems, have worked with Universal Satcom Group to provide broadband services through Al Yah 2 satellite coverage. The partnership will provide cost-effective, fast and secure satellite broadband services to help new businesses. This collaboration is build the concept of […]
Musk and Bezos set to bring broadband to India, Telecom News, ET Telecom
[ad_1] NEW DELHI: and, the two richest businessmen in the world, set to take on Sunil Mittal of Airtel and Mukesh Ambani of Reliance over broadband and internet as they approached the government Indian with separate plans to offer satellite internet connectivity. Sources said that Musk’s satellite internet company, Starlink, and Amazon have held separate […]
Take an Internet Speed Test to Provide Vital Contribution | Newspaper
[ad_1] Residents of Mountain State eager to see how the investment of federal dollars can improve broadband Internet access have a little work to do. A broadband speed test at broadband.wv.gov will boost the effort to understand the scale of the problem in West Virginia. Far too many households will not be able to pass […]
Rochester Public Library Receives Tech Grant to Help Residents Access Broadband
[ad_1] ROCHESTER, Minnesota (KTTC) – The Rochester Public Library has received thousands of dollars in funding to help people access broadband. The money comes from the Federal Emergency Connectivity Fund program, sponsored by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Last week, the FCC announced the program’s first round of funding, totaling more than $ 1.2 billion […]
NCTS Selects Hughes JUPITER System To Provide High Speed Satellite Connectivity In Egypt
[ad_1] GERMANTOWN, MD., September 30, 2021 / PRNewswire / – Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HUGHES), an innovator in satellite and multi-transport technologies and networks for 50 years, today announced that the National Company for Telecommunications Services (NCTS) has selected the Hughes JUPITER ⢠System Series 3 meet the needs of the ground segment for the […]
The new Internet speed record twice as fast as the old one
[ad_1] Everyone wants faster internet speeds. Even people who already have broadband connections want faster Internet access, including corporate employees and IT professionals. More speed is what they need, or at least what they would strongly prefer, because the faster data is transmitted between two devices, the faster decisions can be made and actions taken. […]
Unscrupulous providers ask for emergency broadband fund
[ad_1] By Kelcee Griffis (September 28, 2021, 6:53 p.m. EDT) – Some Internet service providers appear to be playing with the Emergency Broadband Benefit program to claim monthly connectivity grants of $ 50 per household for services that they didn’t deliver, a cable company told the Federal Communications Commission. In a Monday filing, ACA Connects […]
Pronatel advances in connectivity projects in Peru
[ad_1] Pronatel, Peru’s national telecommunications program, has made progress in connectivity projects in the Loreto region. The preparation of the Basic Engineering Study (EBI) for the Napo-Putumayo Broadband Project and for the Manseriche District Broadband Project took place to bridge the digital divide. When the two projects are implemented, a total of 51,772 citizens, from […]
Which internet speed test should you use to test your connection at home?
[ad_1] Broadband Internet has become a residential public service like water or electricity over the past fifteen years. According to a recent study, around 25% of people around the world had high-speed Internet connectivity in their homes in 2004. By 2019, that number had risen to 73%. Today, most broadband internet is touted as “fast […]
Inmarsat launches new CX platform for airlines to monetize in-flight connectivity
[ad_1] Inmarsat announced on Monday the launch of its innovative new OneFi customer experience (CXP) platform for airlines. The one-of-a-kind solution will serve as a catalyst to monetize in-flight connectivity by bringing together a host of onboard services into a single portal interface, which passengers can easily access using their own personal devices. OneFi provides […]
The pandemic has proven the need for broadband access. A bill before the House can provide that lifeline.
[ad_1] By Chris Roberts / For the herald A few days before my mom died of complications from covid-19, a very nice helper was able to hold a device so I could see her and talk to her. The ability to see and interact with her for months with the assisted living facilities closed certainly […]
High-speed internet across the county will be discussed on Monday
[ad_1] Bartholomew County Courthouse features prominently in the first part of the documentary “It Began With Bartholomew”. Mike Wolanin | The Republic Bartholomew County will consider a historic milestone that could make the community one of the most technically advanced regions in the country. In a meeting at 10 a.m. Monday, Bartholomew County commissioners will […]
Global High Speed Internet Services Market Trends, Strategies and Opportunities in Market 2021-2030
[ad_1] Global Broadband Internet Services Market Report 2021: Impact and Recovery of COVID-19 The Business Research Company Global Broadband Internet Services Market Report 2021: Impact and Recovery of COVID-19 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, September 25, 2021 /EINPresswire.com/ – According to new market research report âBroadband Internet Services Global Market Report 2021: COVID-19 Impact And Recoveryâ […]
Broadband Inequalities Persist in California, State Council Reports Say
[ad_1] The pandemic has exposed all kinds of inequalities, including high-speed internet access. Almost a quarter of California households did not have a broadband subscription in 2019, reports the California Broadband Council, a state advisory body. Pandemics have also made fast and reliable internet connectivity at home more important than ever. Patients could meet doctors […]
Launch of a new connectivity program next week
[ad_1] By the herald’s staff Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs announced a new program on Tuesday to help more Hoosiers access quality, reliable broadband. Homeowners and business owners can apply to be considered for Indiana’s connectivity program, which opens to applicants Monday. This new tool can connect […]
New state broadband program to connect residents to providers
[ad_1] Indiana Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch speaks Monday during a Greenwood Rotary Club luncheon at the Central Nine Career Center in Greenwood. Scott Roberson | Daily newspaperINDIANAPOLIS – A new program will help bridge the digital divide in unserved and underserved areas of the state when it launches on Monday. Indiana’s Connectivity Program aims to […]
SpaceX to provide internet connectivity to astronauts with Starlink using lasers
[ad_1] – Advertising – Space Exploration Technologies Corp.’s Starlink satellite Internet service. (SpaceX) will soon begin providing Internet connectivity to space travelers and astronauts. The company is currently in the beta testing phase of Starlink and it will end soon if Musk’s words bear fruit, as the executive also believes the service will be ready […]
Internet speed in Vietnam lower than the world average
[ad_1] HANOI (Vietnam News / Asia News Network): Speed ââtest statistics showed that the download speed of mobile networks in Vietnam reached 42.46 Mbps in July, lower than the global average of 55.07 Mbps. Speedtest also said that for fixed broadband Internet, Vietnam achieved a download speed of 78.43 Mbps, far behind the global index […]
Fast connectivity coming soon to remote towns in the Cordillera
[ad_1] CONNECTED. Cordillera leaders and presidential legal adviser Salvador Panelo (5th from left) show the region’s MoU and Internet service provider Converge signed at the Baguio Convention Center on Friday, September 17, 2021. The agreement will deliver Internet connectivity even in remote mountain towns. (ANP photo by Liza Agoot) CITY OF BAGUIO – The Cordillera […]
Internet speed in Vietnam is lower than the world average
[ad_1] Speedtest statistics showed that the download speed of mobile networks in Viá»t Nam reached 42.46 Mbps in July, lower than the global average of 55.07 Mbps. Speedtest also said that for fixed broadband Internet, Vietnam achieved a download speed of 78.43 Mbps, far behind the global index of 107.50 Mbps. A significant improvement is […]
The broadband bill is crucial to bridge the digital divide | Letters to the Editor
[ad_1] An open letter to Governor Gavin Newsom: As you know, the pandemic has made it clear that reliable high-speed broadband is essential to ensure the connectivity necessary to create equitable educational and economic opportunities, as well as to reducing the digital divide. . Californians increasingly rely on wireless broadband for distance learning, telehealth, public […]
Transformational Moment for Broadband in Washtenaw County
[ad_1] Washtenaw County plans to use nearly $ 15 million of US bailout funds to fill gaps and bring digital infrastructure to every household in the county. On September 16, the Washtenaw County Broadband Task Force released a press release on the good news. âAt their meeting last night, the Washtenaw County Council of Commissioners […]
Forget Loon’s balloon burst, we just shot 700TB of high-speed laser between two cities, says Google • The Register
[ad_1] Engineers at Google’s Moonshot X tech lab said they used lasers to broadcast 700TB of internet traffic between two cities separated by the Congo River. The capital cities of the Republic of Congo and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Brazzaville and Kinshasa, respectively, are only 4.8 km (about three miles) apart. Residents of […]
How to tell if you’re getting the internet speed you’re paying for
[ad_1] From the home office to your living room, a residential internet connection has become essential for most of us. But are you getting everything you pay for? I am an information technology professional. And in this article, I’m going to explain how to test your internet to make sure you are getting the speed […]
Farm Bureau Internet Speed Test Encouraged | Sun News
[ad_1] ALBION – Noble County leads the state for participation in the Indiana Speed ââTest and officials want this momentum to continue to help strengthen the case for funding broadband expansion and deployment locally, according to Noble County Economic Development Corp. Those who live and work in rural Noble County have been encouraged in recent […]
Advancing Californian broadband on the front line
[ad_1] (Photo: Shutterstock) During the summer of 2021, California saw encouraging steps to end the digital crisis, including landmark legislation signed by Governor Newsom in July to invest $ 6 billion in broadband infrastructure and a new federal funding in preparation. At the same time, communities and local organizations have been working on the front […]
OneWeb launches new device for terrestrial broadband service
[ad_1] The startup plans to integrate the flat-screen antenna with a OneWeb satellite modem into a sealed outdoor unit for distribution later this year. OneWeb has launched a new user terminal designed to provide high-speed Internet connectivity to businesses, governments and remote communities. OW1 was developed in partnership with South Korean antenna manufacturer Intellian Technologies […]
Test your Internet speed (revised) | Local News
[ad_1] (Revised to include the URL for the speed test.) BATESVILLE – To help improve broadband connectivity in Indiana, State Representative Cindy Ziemke (R-Batesville) is encouraging Hoosiers to test their internet speed through a website created by the Indiana Broadband Strategic Partnership. The speed test can be performed multiple times on any device with an […]
Mobile users harmed by poor network coverage and internet speed
[ad_1] Customers of mobile operators on Sunday raised allegations against operators, including being billed for no reason and providing poor internet speed and poor network coverage. Customers filed complaints during an online public hearing on the country’s telecommunications services conducted by the Bangladesh Telecommunications Regulatory Commission that day. BTRC President Shyam Sunder Sikder, Vice President […]
County invests $ 1 million in broadband expansion
[ad_1] Aug 22 – CUMBERLAND – The Allegany County Council of Commissioners has invested $ 1 million to bring wireless internet service to several areas with little to no connectivity. The investment includes the installation of equipment at six sites in addition to four new towers across the county. Additional coverage has been added to […]
County invests $ 1 million in broadband expansion | Local News
[ad_1] CUMBERLAND – The Allegany County Council of Commissioners has invested $ 1 million to bring wireless internet service to multiple areas with little to no connectivity. The investment includes the installation of equipment at six sites in addition to four new towers across the county. Additional coverage has been added to Cash Valley, Ellerslie, […]
Quebec best performer in Internet speed tests | Replacement News
[ad_1] An analysis of Internet speed tests in 53 locations across Canada identified Quebec City as having one of the best results. A Local News Data Hub review of nearly 69,000 speed tests conducted in 2020 found that Quebec and Surrey, B.C. were the only two places where 50 percent or more of tests met […]
Cuyahoga County Offers Internet Speed Test to Find Gaps in Connectivity
[ad_1] Residents of Cuyahoga County are urged to test their internet speeds with a new service and survey provided by the county’s Office of Innovation and Performance. The home speed test takes about a minute and is followed by a series of questions about each resident’s current ISP. The questions include how much residents pay […]