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Alaska's Secret to High-Speed Internet
In a state where dog sledding is a popular sport and where roads in between neighbors are often hard to come by, high-speed internet makes all the difference.
The internet powers the economy, inspires our imaginations and provides an essential connection to family and friends. Yet some communities in rural America have yet to be connected, leaving an estimated 13.4 million people without access to fast, reliable broadband. Cable broadband providers are committed to being part of the solution, building out high-speed networks to all corners of the country. However, in some hard-to-reach areas, government support is needed for cable or other providers to offer service. But some simple changes to federal programs will encourage participation by all providers, quickly speeding up deployment in these areas. We want to ensure that all Americans—whether they live in rural communities or large cities—have access to our nation’s opportunity infrastructure.
It’s astounding to me that the fastest internet I experience, whether I’m in Denver, New York City, or California, is almost always in my house in St. Francis, Kansas.”