Investments in broadband infrastructure deliver multi-gig speeds and unprecedented reliability
PRESTON, ID / ACCESSWIRE / October 28, 2024 / Comcast today announced plans for a major expansion of its fiber-optic network to connect thousands of homes and businesses in Franklin County. With this expansion, residents and businesses in the cities of Preston and Franklin, and other nearby communities, will have access to fast, safe and reliable services, including Xfinity Internet And Mobile, And Comcast business internet And Mobile. The expansion is expected to be completed in early 2026 and is made possible through a public-private partnership agreement between Comcast and the State of Idaho, including grant funding from the Idaho Capital Projects Fund Broadband Infrastructure Grant.
“Comcast’s expansion of its fiber optic network to the city of Preston will give residents the opportunity to choose their own internet experience. It will further close the digital divide and connect homes to the larger global network and all of Franklin County, which is on the north side. end of Cache Valley,” said Chris Larsen Preston, Preston, Idaho City Council member and city public relations officer, liaison to county commissioners. “We have already seen growth in this area and will continue to do so due to our geographic location. This infrastructure will provide opportunities for growth in our business sectors and position us to enable residents and entrepreneurs to stay connected now and in the future. future.”
Once available, residential customers will have access to Comcast Xfinities full range of products and services, including Internet, video, mobile, voice and managed home solutions. Local businesses will also have access to it Comcast Businessthat powers more and more small businesses in America and offers a range of connectivity, communications, networking, cybersecurity, wireless and managed solutions to help organizations of all sizes prepare for the future.
“The Idaho Office of Broadband is excited about expanding broadband infrastructure in rural Idaho communities,” said Ramon S. Hobdey-Sanchez, JD, Idaho State Broadband Program Manager. “These public-private partnerships with internet service providers – like Comcast – will ensure that every Idahoan has access to reliable, high-speed internet, no matter where he or she lives. Together we can bridge the digital divide and give people the tools they need to survive in today’s connected world.”
Comcast’s commitment to communities goes beyond network expansion and aims to increase economic mobility through programs that help bridge the digital divide Internet supplies, which offers eligible households high-speed internet for $9.95/month, and Internet Essentials Plus which is available for $29.95/month. Affordable computers are also available through Internet Essentials.
