Broadband Stats: Historic Network Investment
Fueled by substantial private investment and innovation, widespread wired and wireless networks keep us connected in the home and on the go. A competitive mix of fast and affordable broadband networks available nationwide underscores how the dynamic marketplace is fueling today’s global digital economy.
America’s Broadband Networks Continue to Grow: Central U.S. Pt. 2
As America targets efforts towards connecting every community to robust broadband – including the distribution of more than $40 billion in federal funds for building new networks – cable providers continue to do what they have always done: build out their networks to reach as many Americans as possible. With network expansions continuing nationwide, here are a few more examples of projects that work towards the national goal of connecting every American. To learn about other projects highlighted in previous blogs, be sure to check out NCTA.com. Oklahoma Cox has connected 200 new homes to
VIDEO: Preserving History, Connecting Rural America
NCTA’s documentary “Every Last Mile,” which premiered this summer, tells the untold story of three broadband crews overcoming significant challenges to connect some of the most remote parts of America. The film captures the resilience and determination of teams working through extreme conditions—from Alaska's rugged islands to the deserts of Arizona—to ensure rural communities are connected to the digital world. One of the locations featured in the film is King Cove, Alaska, a remote fishing community accessible only by air and sea, and home to a native population that stretches back 10,000
GCI Continues Progress on Aleutians Fiber Project Featured in “Every Last Mile”
GCI has kicked off the latest phase of its Aleutians Fiber Project in the Kodiak Island community of Port Lions. The undertaking is part of the ISP’s larger efforts to connect the remote Aleutian Islands to multi-gigabit speeds via 800 miles of subsea fiber-optic cable. “We’re excited to start work in our second phase of the Aleutians Fiber Project community,” said GCI Principal Program Manager Rebecca Markley. “Our crews are working hard to complete the construction phase as efficiently as possible for the launch of 2.5 gig residential internet speeds in the coming months. Once complete, we
America’s Broadband Networks Continue to Grow: The Pacific West
As America targets efforts towards connecting every community to robust broadband – including the distribution of more than $40 billion in federal funds for building new networks – cable providers continue to do what they have always done: build out their networks to reach as many Americans as possible. With network expansions continuing to happen nationwide, here are a few more examples of projects that work towards the national goal of connecting every American. To learn about other projects highlighted in previous blogs, be sure to check out NCTA.com. And to learn more about what it takes
Cox Completed Arizona Network Featured in “Every Last Mile”
Cox Communications has announced it has completed the extension of its fiber-optic network in Congress, Arizona, in Yavapai County. The undertaking was one of three projects highlighted in NCTA’s new docufilm, "Every Last Mile.” “Every Last Mile” tells the story of the hard work that goes into extending broadband networks to far-out corners of the United States. The film follows work crews as they lay cable across difficult terrain to help connect rural communities, from the Aleutian Islands in Alaska to the arid desert of Arizona. Connecting a former ghost town The Congress project is the
What It Took to Deliver “Every Last Mile”
This summer, NCTA premiered “Every Last Mile,” a docufilm that chronicles the physical and operational challenges that three construction crews faced as they tackled the daunting work of extending broadband some of America’s most rural areas. The construction work documented is harrowing, but behind the scenes, film crews also had to figure out how to get their job done under challenging conditions. NCTA talked with Lee Morton, the director of “Every Last Mile,” to learn what he and his crew had to contend with in order to tell this critical story of connections and why they matter. A front
Michael Powell Op-Ed: “The Smartest Way to Bring Broadband to All”
In 2021, Congress approved the largest investment ever to support broadband expansion with the federal Broadband, Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program that will distribute over $42 billion to the states in the coming months. But while disbursement of this historic funding is a step in the right direction, ensuring that the BEAD program is a success will take significant diligence to ensure that the program stays laser-focused on completing its mission of delivering broadband to those without it. That’s the message of an op-ed published in Governing by Michael Powell, President and CEO
Mediacom Completed Network Featured in “Every Last Mile”
Mediacom has announced that it has completed the extension of its fiber-optic network in Lakewood Township, Minnesota. The project was one of three projects highlighted in NCTA’s new docufilm, "Every Last Mile.” “Every Last Mile” tells the story of the hard work that goes into extending broadband networks to far-out corners of the United States. The film follows work crews as they lay cable across difficult terrain to help connect rural communities, from the Aleutian Islands in Alaska to the arid desert of Arizona. Community impact “An estimated 95% of our residents did not have access to
Bridging the Digital Divide in Remote Alaska
The new documentary “Every Last Mile” chronicles the untold story of connecting rural America. It follows three broadband construction crews as they overcome obstacles to tackle the monumental challenge of ensuring every American, regardless of where they live, has access to digital infrastructure and the opportunities it brings. Connecting Unalaska One of the remote areas featured in the film is King Cove, Alaska, a remote fishing community accessible only by air and sea. Undaunted by unpredictable weather, turbulent seas, and even volcanic eruptions, GCI’s broadband construction crews forged
