IQ Fiber fiber-optic internet service Gainesville Florida

IQ Fiber fiber-optic internet service Gainesville Florida

A Jacksonville-based internet company that announced in September plans to bring its fiber-optic network to Gainesville is finally ready to flip the switch on its $50 million investment IQ Fiber co-founders Ted Schremp and Kim Smithers told The Sun in an interview on Thursday that they are in the final stages of configuration and testing, …

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Branch County looks to provide high-speed fiber internet to whole county

Branch County looks to provide high-speed fiber internet to whole county

BRANCH COUNTY — County commissioners invited Frontier Northern communication executives back on April 18 to discuss holes in the countywide service internet plan.  In a March presentation, Frontier service maps showed significant areas of Sherwood, Butler, Gilead, and Noble townships not receiving Frontier fiber service under the $22.4 million state Realizing Opportunity with Broadband Infrastructure …

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FCC broadband ‘nutrition labels’ for internet providers now in effect

FCC broadband ‘nutrition labels’ for internet providers now in effect

Broadband Facts similar to Nutritional Facts will give internet users a digestible amount of information when understanding their bill. Nutritional facts are not only for your favorite snacks and treats, but it will also be a new added ingredient to your internet service provider. To break down your internet consumption, the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) …

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Summit County residents asked to take internet speed test

Summit County residents asked to take internet speed test

Summit County residents, businesses, schools, local governments and others are invited to take an internet speed test sponsored by County Executive Ilene Shapiro’s office, according to a press release. The test will help her office identify coverage gaps and high-speed availability throughout the county. It will also allow the county to apply for federal funding …

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For NY shelter residents, internet access can save lives

For NY shelter residents, internet access can save lives

3-minute read Kristen Gonzalez and Karines Reyes  |  Special to the USA TODAY Network For temporary housing residents, access to high-speed internet is not a luxury — it’s a vital lifeline. It provides access to crucial services, helps maintain health and offers a pathway to permanent housing. That’s why we have put together a strong …

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Multi-million dollar broadband project brings internet to Pueblo West

Multi-million dollar broadband project brings internet to Pueblo West

Pueblo West’s economic development portfolio just got stronger as businesses and homes are now able to access high-speed internet service in areas where internet connectivity did not previously exist. More than 6,000 Pueblo West homes and businesses now have access to fiber-based optic internet thanks to an agreement between Highline Broadband and the Pueblo West …

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How slow internet speeds, infrastructure issues widen Mich.’s digital divide

How slow internet speeds, infrastructure issues widen Mich.’s digital divide

Detroit — Slow internet speeds, which can hinder everything from access to education to health care, continue to be an issue in several Metro Detroit communities, with nine falling below proposed federal standards for high-speed internet access in 2023, according to a Detroit News analysis. The communities are primarily located in the northern portions of Oakland …

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Nevadans could lose access to affordable internet without action from Congress

Nevadans could lose access to affordable internet without action from Congress

Taylor Patterson  |  Reno Gazette Journal In an era increasingly defined by digital connectivity, nearly 275,000 Nevada households are experiencing a new realm of opportunities, thanks to President Biden’s Affordable Connectivity Program. Originating from the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, this initiative marks a transformative investment in our nation’s infrastructure and competitiveness, particularly under …

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