BBC
Spotlight on Advantages of Open Access Networks at Broadband Communities Summit
Open access networks are becoming more real for gigabit connectivity in the United States.
Open Access
An open access network is a broadband infrastructure model in which multiple Internet service providers operate on the same physical network, managed by a private entity or an independent third party. This system promotes competition and consumer choice.
BBC
Innovative Fiber Financing Through a ‘Broadband Improvement District’ in Ammon, Idaho
DALLAS, May 1, 2017 – One of the biggest puzzles in broadband today is a financial conundrum: Our nation needs next-generation networks everywhere, but advanced internet capacity is spotty at best. One solution to the problem of financing universal broadband networks — on display in Ammon, Idaho — w
broadband news
Microtrenching and Fixed Wireless Part of Google Fiber’s New Playbook in Louisville
BROADBAND BREAKFAST INSIGHT: This development highlights that Google Fiber isn’t done with fiber builds — just exploring new methods and models with which to carry forward. || Google Fiber officially selects Louisville, KY to run its new gigabit play, from Tech Republic: Google Fiber has confirmed t
broadband news
Rhode Island Community Considering Fiber-Optic Open Access Network
BROADBAND BREAKFAST INSIGHT: Open access networks, such as those proposed by SiFi Networks, are important because they allow for the next generation applications and services. This story updates how a Rhode Island community is considering the company for its fiber network. Economic Development Commi
BBC
Register to Attend the Rural Telecommunications Congress Program at Broadband Communities Summit
DALLAS, April 6, 2017 – The Rural Telecommunications Congress program at the 2017 Broadband Communities Summit here on May 1-4, 2017, will feature panelists on the Universal Service Administrative Corporation’s role in bringing broadband to underserved and unserved communities, the role of broadband
Broadband's Impact
Fiber to the Home Network Launches in Ammon, Idaho: Poses New Challenge to Vertically-Integrated Communications Incumbents
BROADBAND BREAKFAST INSIGHT: This came out just over a month ago, but is well worth highlighting. Ammon, Idaho, has developed a model that helps to break apart the closed-box model of the vertically-integrated communications providers. This article on Muni Networks well encapsulates some of the ways
Colorado
How Rio Blanco Shows That a ‘Shared Network’ Can Make Sense in Rural Colorado
Broadband Breakfast Insight: A great article detailing the way that a rural community, even in a sparsely-populated region of Colorado, is able to make an open-access network work for the communities and residents of the region. -> Rio Blanco County Stays Relevant With Broadband, from Broadband Comm
broadband news
The National Broadband Network in Australia Begins to Take Root
Broadband Breakfast Insight: The Australian National Broadband Network is a massive undertaking: An open access network infrastructure build, with competing retail internet service providers offering service. It’s been controversial, but is beginning to get more established in the country.-> Does th
Fiber
Watching the Rio Blanco Open Access Broadband Project in Colorado
Broadband Breakfast Insight: The Rio Blanco project in Colorado is one of the most interesting open access networks in the United States. This development is worth watching because of how it show how communities can build their own networks from the ground up.-> Broadband project still on track, but
Open Access
Open Access
Open Access networks separate network operations from internet services. Ownership may also be separate from operations.
Infrastructure
UTOPIA, Perfection or Fantasy: Partnering public-private sectors with broadband
UTOPIA, billed as providing light-speed to your door while connecting you with friends, family, entertainment, businesses, healthcare, and education, highlights itself as being part of your home, not owned by any network provider.
