Fiber Optics is the Future of Internet!
Fiber optics is today’s most-sought-after method for sending and receiving data. Fiber to the Home (FTTH) delivers this technology to residences, allowing for huge data bandwidths and the absolute fastest internet speeds. No matter what your usage requirements are both now and into the future, a direct fiber connection ensures that you will have the best experience possible.
FTC’s Fiber Build Plan
Currently, FTC has fiber available to 65% of the business and residential address points in the Cooperative footprint with 934 more miles under construction or in the staking phase. Since the company launched its fiber project in 2019, 1,263 miles of fiber have been completed.
For the year, FTC is on track to add more than 450 miles of network and could possibly reach 500 miles. Last year, 400 miles were completed.
See the map below showing the fiber build details.
How does FTTH Work?
Fiber optics uses laser pulses to transmit billions of bits of data per second through strands of glass. These glass strands are so pure the light emitted by a burning candle can be viewed through them from 7 miles away! These laser pulses transport electronic data at up to 2.4 Gbps. That’s more than 100 times faster than traditional, non-fiber methods. The laser pulses are converted to electronic signals via optical network terminals and distributed throughout the home as internet service, voice, digital TV, video surveillance, etc.
What are the Benefits Gigabit Internet?
Many people don’t realize just how many smart devices are using bandwidth in their homes. Devices like cell phones, gaming systems, smart televisions, smart appliances, video surveillance systems, computers, tablets and others rely on having enough bandwidth to function properly. With inadequate bandwidth, everything slows down — much like a congested highway. Our 1 Gig internet service is symmetrical which allows for 1 Gig downstream and 1 Gig upstream providing you with the absolute Best Internet Experience in the marketplace.
FTTH and Gigabit Internet Provide:
- Zero buffering
- Super-fast downloads and uploads
- The ability to stream OTT TV service, movies and music on multiple devices at the same time
- Low latency and ping speeds provide a superior online gaming experience with a competitive advantage
- Improved reliability and less susceptibility to inclement weather such as lightning
- Easier to maintain remotely
Is Fiber Available at Your Address?
Use the FTC look-up tool to see the maximum speed that you can get at your address.
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