The Internet of Things Is More Than Just Gadgets
Today, the Internet is primarily a network of computers. We use these computers when we need to communicate with each other, learn something new, or entertain ourselves. But one day the Internet will be more than that – it’ll be a network of things that talk to each other, with us, and with the world. We’ll be able to to connect the Internet and our environments in all new ways. Learn more about the Internet of Things and how it’ll totally change how we use the Internet.
Latest Pew Research Data Reveals Unexpected Digital Trends
A report released by Pew Research Center last week found interesting spikes in Internet usage among populations that aren’t traditionally known for their digital connectivity, including senior citizens, those without a college degree, and lower-income groups. According to “Americans’ Internet Access: 2000-2015,” while young adults (ages 18-29) still dominate when it comes to internet usage, with 96 percent using the Internet today, the 65-and older generation has definitely stepped up its online presence in the past 15 years. The findings reveal that 58 percent of senior citizens are using the
See How Chapman Partnership and Comcast Are Closing the Digital Divide
Having broadband Internet access enriches the lives of those who have it. They can stay connected to friends, find health care information, or learn about the history of automobiles. But those who don’t have access are at a disadvantage, unable to access the wealth of information and opportunity found online. The cable industry is committed to helping close this digital divide and partnering with community organizations across the country to help educate families about how the Internet can open their world to new opportunities. The Chapman Partnership in Miami-Dade County, Florida is doing
Wi-Fi on the Fourth of July
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Infographic: Broadband Speeds from Singapore to California
According to data from Akamai, the U.S. is home to ten of the top twenty fastest regions in the world.
How Smartphones are Improving the Cable Customer Service Experience
In his recent LinkedIn column, “State of the Cable Industry: How We’re Changing the Stereotype of the Cable Guy,” NCTA President & CEO Michael Powell said that turning around the industry’s customer service reputation is a huge priority and one that companies are committed to, and investing in. We’ve all seen the stories and surveys which underline the challenges – certainly not something we enjoy reading – but it’s also important to highlight the improvements that are being made and the new techniques are being implemented. After all, the number of hours that American consumers watch TV and
Behind the Numbers: Where American Broadband Stands
This week Akamai released their latest State of the Internet report with updated broadband speeds from across the world. The report revealed that three of the top five fastest regions worldwide are US states. Peak broadband speeds in the US increased 31 percent year-over-year to 53.3 Mbps. We highlight average peak connection speeds because Akamai contends it’s a better, more accurate measure of the Internet’s capacity than average connection speed. The map below shows where to find the country’s top Internet speeds: And the chart below proves just how competitive American broadband is on a
New Energy Conservation Agreement Reached for Broadband Equipment
Today, NCTA and CEA announced a new voluntary agreement among major equipment manufacturers and companies representing 90 percent of the residential broadband market to improve the energy efficiency of routers, modems, and certain other devices (collectively known as small network equipment, or SNE) that consumers use to access the Internet. You can get the details here, including the full list of signatories, but the good news for consumers is that this new agreement is expected to help reduce energy consumed in SNE devices by about 10 to 20 percent compared to current models. Broadband
Today's Specials Include Incredible Television
Today, you can watch premium TV with a cable package, through OTT services like Netflix and Hulu, or by buying single episodes and full season passes of your favorite shows on iTunes or Amazon. No matter how you watch it, it’s going to be great content. But if you’re looking for value, the way to go is the cable package. It’s simply more content for less money.
What is 802.11ac and Why Do We Need to Protect Wi-Fi for It?
It’s expected that by 2020, the world will have 50 billion Wi-Fi enabled devices. Everything from baby monitors and tablets to things we can’t even imagine today will be voraciously feeding off of the wireless broadband in our homes, cafes, and even in our public parks. It’s practically ubiquitous now, but the seemingly magical technology that enables Wi-Fi is barely fifteen years old. When it was first deployed, wireless Local Area Network (LAN) systems were designed to serve a limited number of business applications under controlled environments. Picture a storage facility floor where