FiOS, the fastest Verizon internet service available, may soon be coming to residents of Medford. The Boston Globe reports that the company has applied to the city for a license which would see 71% of Medford neighborhoods finally able to have the option for a FiOS connection. And it’s been a long wait; two years ago, the ISP stopped its expansion of its national fiber optic television and internet network due to a corporate decision by the company. As a result, any negotiations the company had with communities to deliver high speed internet were halted as well. Continued negotiation between the city and Verizon to extend service to an area not yet wired for high speed internet is also a part of the agreement signed by both parties.
AVG Technologies Releases Report On Security Threat Trends
January 25th, 2012In a release published today by BusinessWire, AVG’s “Community Powered Threat Report” for 2011′s fourth quarter contains some interesting information about security threats worldwide and how cybercrime is changing the face of the landscape. One are the QR codes, which allow users to text without having to use the keypad. This has also been discovered to be an opportunity to install malware on smart phones without the user’s knowledge. Digital certificates are also being manipulated in mobile devices. Used by application authors to certify their identity, the certificates can easily become a way for hackers to install their malware on a device without the worry of being detected by security provisions. The report found a number of other statistics, including the fact that the number of malicious mobile activities reached almost one million in Q4, with the Blackhole toolkit being the most active internet threat.
Use Your Wireless Internet Service In Many Ways Inside The Home
January 24th, 2012Mobile internet has become the new way for many families to get online at home. Wireless internet service allows you to play online games on the porch, get the information needed for school projects at the kitchen table, and watch movies in a bedroom. For those who work at home, wireless can allow instant connections to all of the pertinent information you need to stay on top of customer communications, resolve web site issues and process payments. And when it’s time to relax, surfing can be done from any location. All it takes is a wireless router and your internet-enabled device. But which service is best for you? This can be decided by choosing your level of internet usage based on your activity, and then comparing companies online.
Verizon Internet Service Wireless Branch Activates New Minnesota Cell Site
January 23rd, 2012If you live in or near Cohasset, Minnesota, you may notice that your mobile connection is faster and more reliable than usual. That’s because Verizon internet service activated a new cell site near the U.S. Highway 2 and County Road 258 intersection. The company’s move comes as a result of its goal to meet the current and stay ahead of the growing demand for wireless access to the internet, voice and multimedia in Minnesota. The company has been expanding continually in areas within its coverage range, to the tune of $6 billion per year. The expansion has included new cell sites to increase coverage and capacity as well as the addition of new services for customers. Updates about the new Minnesota cell site can be found on Twitter.
Game On – GSN And ATT Uverse Sign Deal To Extend Affiliation
January 20th, 2012A PRWeb release published yesterday announced that the Game Show Network has agreed to an extension to its distribution agreement which would see the channel become part of the ATT Uverse lineup for the long term. The move comes from the company’s desire to provide viewing selections which speak to their customer base’s variety of interests. Interactive game show programming that can be accessed online, along with airing of classic game shows such as the $10,000 Pyramid and Hollywood Squares offer viewers online rewards and a chance to revisit the past. AT&T president of content Dan York has said that their GSN offering allows for a high level of customer engagement, due to the high availability of digital games and related programming.
Affordable Options Abound With Qwest DSL
January 19th, 2012The internet connection you get doesn’t necessarily have to be the fastest there is. In fact, today’s cheaper connections offer lots of speed for less of a monthly hit to your bank account. A connection from Qwest DSL offers you a selection of four packages, with the highest download speed being 10.0 Mbps. This level of speed is more than enough to handle any multimedia applications you enjoy, plus all of the reliability you need to send and receive emails and play all of your favourite games online, not to mention usage of social media. The most important factor in the choosing of any connection will be to figure out how you use the internet. Then, all that’s left is to choose a company and start saving.
Rain Fade Is Common With Satellite Internet Service, But What About Sun Fade?
January 18th, 2012
If you’re a satellite internet service customer, you’ve probably experienced rain fade, where low cloud cover causes an interruption in your signal. But have you ever heard of sun fade? This happens when the sun’s radiation is so strong that it overpowers other signals. Unlike rain fade which occurs as a result of the weather and blocks the signal between your home’s satellite and orbiting satellites, sun fade blocks the source satellite signal itself due to the time of year. Sun fade usually occurs near the end of February and can occur until the end of March, depending on your location. But there’s no need to wonder about when it might happen to you, as there are web applications which will show you sun fade times based on your satellite’s brand name, analysis type and frequency band.
Newest In Comcast Specials Will Reward Contract Signings With Prepaid Visa
January 17th, 2012If you live in the Pacific Northwest region, get ready for the sweetest in Comcast specials to date. The company is beginning its marketing run with another major carrier, and every customer who commits to and signs a two year contract with each company will receive a prepaid Visa card containing up to $300. Multichannel News reports that in order to qualify, customers must purchase each company’s services no more than 14 days apart, in addition to activating their tablet or smartphone. The program is the result of a $2.3 billion dollar deal made where Comcast will sell advanced wireless services to the major carrier. Co-marketing will occur, where wireless will be advertised via Comcast call centers , and Comcast’s Triple play bundles will be advertised in the retail stores of the wireless carrier. The prepaid Visa card offer is slated to end in May of this year.
Clearing The Confusion About Picking High Speed Internet Providers In My Area
January 16th, 2012
If you find that you get disconnected from your internet connection often or it seems to slow down when you need it most, you’re not alone. This happens to thousands of internet users every day. And it can be really frustrating if you’re someone who needs the internet for work. But really, any situation where your connection isn’t performing the way it should can be stressful. So perhaps it’s time to think about what else is available from high speed internet providers in my area. But there’s no need to be apprehensive if it’s your time to choose a new ISP; because doing so doesn’t have to take hours of your time when you go online to compare. Checking for availability of service in your area is instant online, and before you know it, you could have a list of companies to compare. It sure beats calling them one by one.
Advances In High Speed Internet Will Benefit Consumers In The Future
January 12th, 2012It may be difficult to think beyond the latest technologies that have advanced high speed internet to this point. But there are lots of interesting things happening in the internet provider world which will take speed and reliability far beyond anything we enjoy now. One example is graphene. This material is the thinnest in the world, and scientists think it has much potential for making big waves in the internet and optical communications world. The material is actually a form of carbon, just one atom thick. But when this material is combined with plasmonic nanostructures (tiny metallic structures), it increases the speed of an internet connection exponentially, making it hundreds of times faster than the fastest internet connections which exist today. In addition to internet applications, graphene is thought to be the next big ingredient when electronic devices which utilize light are developed.
New Verizon FiOS Promotions Include Online Showtime Anytime Launch
January 10th, 2012If you’re a current FiOS TV customer, you’ll definitely want to know about the newest of Verizon FiOS promotions – online and unlimited access to Showtime Anytime starting today. The PR Newswire announcement also revealed that this deal extension will offer the service for the next five years. Customers will enjoy over four hundred hours of the channel’s programming, and at no extra charge if they are already subscribed to the Showtime channel. The free programming is available via an app for the iPad which can be purchased at the iTunes App Store, or online at the Verizon web site. Over 400 hours of programming, including original series like Homeland and hundreds of popular films are available with Showtime Anytime. Also included is the Smithsonian Channel, available as the result of a joint venture between the provider and the Smithsonian Institution.
4G LTE From ATT Uverse Comes To 11 Additional Markets
January 6th, 2012
Yesterday, PR Newswire reported that ATT Uverse customers are now enjoying the incredible speeds available via 4G LTE in more markets than ever before. 11 new markets came on board yesterday, which puts the company’s number of consumers to a whopping 74 million. The news was revealed in San Francisco at an entertainment, media and telco conference by AT&T Business Solutions President and Chief Executive Officer. And there were some popular locations announced in the reveal, including the New York City metro area, Los Angeles and San Diego. The key to the company’s ability to provide such high speeds lies in its application of dual layers, which also increases the consistency of speed. Current reports state that this dual layer strategy allows those with an iPhone 4S to download at a rate of three times faster than with other network strategies.
Comparing Internet Service Providers In My Area
January 4th, 2012The last thing most people want is to experience difficulties with their web connection — and yet many of us deal with slowdowns and service interruptions every day. This makes it really frustrating for the thousands of people who make their living online. Online employees consider a high speed internet connection to be a vital facet of their lives. Are you considering changing internet companies due to an unreliable connection? Have you noticed that your service is not nearly as good as it was promised when you signed up? Finding a new provider does not have to be a long, time consuming experience. In fact, going online and conducting a simple side-by-side comparison of internet service providers in my area is all it takes. Not only will it save you time and frustration — it may also save you money.
How To Get A Connection To The Internet When You Think You Have None
January 2nd, 2012If you travelled over the holidays, you may have found yourself in more than one place that didn’t have internet, which was most likely frustrating if you had emails you needed to check or just wanted to get away by doing a little surfing. But there are ways to get connected even if there isn’t a line going to the place you’re staying. For example, if you have an iPhone, you can turn it into your own personal hotspot, simply by plugging in your laptop to its Dock connector. You can also get online using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi that may be available through your laptop. Cellular routers like the well-known MiFi create a portable hotspot that you can bring with you anywhere. Other options include portable routers and using the electrical connections in the place you’re staying to grab an internet signal.
Your Broadband Solution – Qwest Internet, Or Another Company?
December 20th, 2011
Perhaps one of the biggest decisions when choosing a new internet provider is which company offers the best value for you. If you want to get a high speed broadband connection like the one offered by Qwest Internet, you may be able to choose from several different packages. And if you live in the country, then satellite broadband may be the best option for you. Speeds range from 768 kbps all the way up to 15 mbps. Even the slower broadband speeds, such as 768 kbps, are a lot faster than dial-up. However, it’s usually wise to get the fastest speed you can afford, as the faster your speed, the quicker movies, TV shows and videos load on your computer, so you won’t have to put with the jerky stop-start video playing you may be experiencing now.
DSL Providers Enjoying Greater Customer Spending On Equipment
December 14th, 2011If you live in North America, you may think DSL is dead. But the truth is, it just went to Asia and Latin America. That’s the news being reported by Infonetics, who revealed today that there has been a strong upward trend in spending on land-based equipment for internet access in those areas this year. That’s because major DSL providers in China have increased their investments, and DSL is rapidly growing in popularity in Central and Latin America. But while there is cause for celebration, forecasters have warned that there is a valley for every peak, and so suspect that this section of the broadband market will experience a decline of about $2 million in the next three years. But until then, new communities in the above-mentioned area will continue to surf to their heart’s content.
Saving The Hassle Of Calling Internet Companies Like Clear Wireless Internet
December 12th, 2011
Not many people enjoy the dreaded telephone calls to ISPs like Clear wireless internet to find the best deals and features for their coverage area. You get linked up with someone in sales wanting to sign you up for the most expensive package with some extra bundled items you don’t really need. But you can avoid all that by going online to compare companies, which allows you to shop as much as you want, whenever you like. You may also be able to dig a little deeper and find out how a company’s current or past customers feel about their service and what they pay. If you don’t understand some of the technical terms associated with an internet connection, you can also find this information online, which can help you make an informed decision when the time comes to choose an ISP.
The Availability of Internet Providers In Your Location Could Differ
December 8th, 2011Wouldn’t it be easier if everyone had the same choices for internet providers? Unfortunately, this isn’t the case. If you live in the suburbs or just outside the city limits, it is possible you won’t get all the internet service options that your friends in the metro area enjoy. You can’t assume you have the option of all the selections listed in the phone book either. But when you go online and search ISPs with your zip code, you can know right away just how many options you have. Providers expand and coverage areas upgrade all the time, making it necessary to check back often. In special cases, a provider may extend service to accommodate an individual or a community. Compare pricing, packages, and special offers from providers who service your area in one easy-access location.
Former Qwest DSL Announces CenturyLink Profit
December 6th, 2011Significant gains for the former Qwest DSL were realized in the second quarter, even though the company admitted some trouble with getting new high speed customers. This is due in large part to CenturyLink’s acquisition of Qwest, which has resulted in a stronger ability to compete with providers of cable internet. As well, the company isn’t alone with lower second quarter numbers, as this marks the time when disconnections are high due to students who disconnect their internet and return home for the summer. And disconnections don’t mean the internet is less valuable to customers; in fact, previous research revealed that the internet is the first thing enquired about when a customer calls a company who provides other services, and the last utility customers are willing to disconnect.
This Year’s Information Week 500 Will Include Former Quest DSL
December 1st, 2011In the last 23 years, InformationWeek has been spotlighting technology’s most innovative users. This year, CenturyLink (formerly Quest DSL) and Savvis, one of its acquired companies will be showcased. While the list does include companies that are innovative, Information Week’s editor-in-chief says there’s more than meets the eye to getting on the list these days; companies are recognized who exhibit the ability to innovate at a rate that keeps them a few steps ahead of not only their competitors, but also their customers and partners. In CenturyLink’s case, the company’s ability to develop and deliver technology at an equal rate to its continued growth is the reason it is being recognized. Savvis’s reason for recognition came as a result of its development of Jive software, which brings internal employees and external strategic clients together.
Free App Helps ATT Uverse Customers Build A Case For A New Smartphone
November 29th, 2011
ATT Uverse announced yesterday via PR Newswire that those who want a new device can compete via Facebook with their new “You’ve Got A Case” app. The app is free to existing U-Verse TV customers having U-verse High Speed Internet. The app syncs with your Facebook profile and turns your friends into the jury who decides whether you deserve a new AT&T smartphone. Fictional attorney Kent Wesley is on your side, along with his expert witnesses to help with the convincing. Every time someone on your list “Likes” a facet of your case, the scales are tipped in your favour. Those who want to build their case can visit the web site via either computer or cell phone. Other holiday goodies offered by the company include the Santa Tracker, which will be available on channel 98, and the Yule Tide Log which will be available on channel 800.
Speak Any Language With High Speed Internet Providers In My Area
November 25th, 2011Are you thinking about learning how to speak a new language? If so, the best place to begin is by having a reliable connection from high speed internet providers in my area. This will allow you to find and get the information you need quickly so that you can start learning your new language as soon as you’re ready. You can opt for free lessons online, purchase software, and even voice chat in your new language when you’re ready to try it out. Having the help of others who are fluent in the language you’re learning will be instrumental to your success. And once you’ve learned how to converse, you can travel with confidence, knowing that your new language will assist you every step of the way.
Internet Service Providers In My Area Might Not Be The Right Ones For You
November 23rd, 2011You may have talked to your friends or neighbours about their internet service. And the companies they’re with might be great. But will they be as affordable for you as they are for the people you know? The answer is probably not. Everyone has a different answer for the question, “Which are the best internet service providers in my area?”. And their answers will be based on many factors, such as how much they use the internet, what they use it for, and their monthly internet budget. That’s why it’s so important to take the time to review all of the options for your neighbourhood. For example, DSL may not be the fastest internet type available, but if all you do online is check email and visit your bank, you will have a wealth of speed at your fingertips.
Only The Best Internet Providers Will Offer Fast Broadband Service
November 21st, 2011If you’re looking for a new ISP, consider the best internet providers first, because only they can offer you fast broadband. If you’re thinking of making the switch from dial-up, or you need a new internet connection, then why not browse through the current plans available in your neighborhood? One way to do this is by using a trusted comparison site that lists the various ISPs that service your local area. You can take your time and study the plans whenever you’ve got some free time. Once you’ve found the perfect plan for you internet lifestyle, remember to read the fine print before signing up. You may have to sign a two year contract, so it’s crucial that you know exactly what you’re getting each month. Once broadband is installed, you can go online whenever you like, day or night.
Verizon Internet Service Adding More Cities To Its 4G Stables
November 17th, 2011
Today is the day, according to ComputerWorld. Verizon internet service, along with another major mobile carrier will activate its 4G LTE network in an additional 14 cities in the United States. 4G LTE (long term evolution) is the next generation of wireless access, offering super-fast internet connections for mobile devices like smart phones and tablets. Considering the number of obstacles with rolling LTE into the mainstream, Verizon`s efforts are impressive. It began its LTE rollout near the end of 2010, and is already reaching almost 200 million Americans with a high speed wireless connection that can reach 12 Mbps. Kentucky, Michigan and Minnesota are just three of the states in which the company plans to activate its 4G LTE network today.
Canadian Usage-Based Internet Billing Decision To Be Made Today
November 15th, 2011The Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) will hand down its decision today about how much independent ISPs will have to pay for major telco network usage. TechVibes is providing updates on the decision, which is slated to be made at 4pm EST. The impact of the decision on consumers could be crucial, as unlimited data plans may soon become a thing of the past. This isn’t the first time that usage-based billing has caused a stir, however. Last year, there was a battle over the possibility of telcos charging higher prices for their networks. This would have raised the prices Canadians currently pay for their data, in addition to having negative effects on competition and innovation. But a strong public response caused the Commission to rethink its position, to the relief of many consumers.