Broadband Expansion

Massachusetts may not be one of the largest states in the union, but state officials are putting millions of dollars to use for internet expansion. Even in a state the size of Massachusetts, there are still those who lack basic broadband services which are both reliable and cost effective.

In fact, just last month Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick kicked off construction of a new broadband internet expansion that will use fiber optic cables. This project will make use of $80 million dollars worth of government funds. The construction on the project is set to begin this summer and is scheduled to last for the next two years.

In addition to bringing broadband internet to regions that have yet to get service, the project is also set to put Americans back to work. This project is set to create hundreds of jobs over the course of the next few years. In addition, it is going to link more than 120 communities located in western and north central Massachusetts. The hope is that the MassBroadband 123 project is going to help spur economic growth in this region thanks to the addition of several hundred jobs.

Officials say it is about time that broadband be introduced to parts of the state. In all, more than 1,000 lines of fiber optic cable will be laid. Officials also say that it is part of a civic responsibility to bring reliable broadband to the citizens of the stat. They say the project will bring not only a better and stronger commonwealth for the current residents, but also for those of future generations as well.

This move by the state of Massachusetts is also the largest fiber optic expansion project under way in the nation. The project will help link nearly 1,400 schools, libraries, hospitals and public safety facilities. None of these spots currently have reliable or affordable high speed internet service. One of these facilities without service includes the Sandisfield Fire Department. As a result, public safety is being comprised. However, with broadband on its way, emergency officials will be able to communicate better and more efficiently which will result in more lives being saved.

While much of the funds for this project are coming from grants, many dollars are also coming courtesy of the federal government. The Obama administration has pledged more than $45 million in funds thanks to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act along with the National Telecommunication and Information Administration and the Broadband Technology and Opportunities Program.

Most officials with the state are very pleased that this work is going to take a big step in crossing the digital divide that affects not only Massachusetts, but much of the country as well. In this day in age, it is critical for everyone to have access to the internet and all that it can provide in terms of education, job growth and telemedicine. In addition, the work to expand broadband services will actually help to save money as residents will be able to work and to shop from home.

By Brent L Johnson

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Satellite Communications Providers - Satellite Telecoms and Gateway Services

By Rosemary Grace Brooks


The demands of modern business and the highly competitive nature of the corporate environment dictate that any business wishing to succeed in their respective market needs to be available on an international level at all times. These demands mean that superior business communication should be a primary concern of corporations in modern day business. Technology is advancing at a rapid pace and has created an opportunity for businesses, or branches, worldwide to work together as if they were located in the same office building. Satellite communications have thus become a necessary feature in most offices as they allow communication between locations around the globe without compromising on call quality or speed.

Why satellite communications?

Satellite telecoms communication and global roaming is possible by voice and data services. An ISP is set up with a satellite communications space segment, carrier class telecoms network and internet backbone which is sent to a satellite telecoms network. Because of the use of satellites and hosted services, communication is possible from any location in the world, no matter how remote. Satellite communication technology is the key to successful business communication and the ability of a company to provide efficient service to their clients.

Satellite telecoms solutions provide a robust service that is reliable and secure. It is imperative for a successful business to avoid bad communication technology and inefficient telecoms services at all costs. When a business is attempting to run a thriving and successful corporate venture, bad communication, slow connections, lost emails, bad sound quality on calls and lost connections are problems which will propel a business into loss instead of success. Satellite communications allow a business peace of mind regarding their communication abilities as satellite technology is dependable and robust without being expensive.

Features of satellite communications for business

Global roaming solutions and satellite communication allow employees access to corporate resources, to send emails and to browse the internet whilst being able to communicate via high quality, voice compression technology, no matter where they are situated on the globe.

Call costs are lowered through calls being charged at local rates as the large broadband network makes connecting people simple and effective. Quality is not compromised because the connection is low cost - the reliable and high speed alternative to fibre networks provides seamless and reliable data carrying.

Due to the use of broadband through a satellite communications network, businesses save money in their communication costs. Fixed line technology is costly to run and even more expensive to maintain. Service fees can be staggering whilst line rental and call costs only add to the mountain of expenses. Using a broadband connection for communication allows companies to save huge amounts of money due to the simple services which accompany satellite communications.

Most satellite telecoms operators and service providers will include a free 24-hour help desk service for any problems a client may experience. Because the communication systems are so easy to set up and maintain, they rarely require a technician to be called in to fix any problems. The system is easily scalable, allowing clients to add and subtract lines as they wish without needing to pay a callout fee for a technician to add or subtract the required lines.

For any business competing in a worldwide market, location need not be a problem any longer. Thanks to the internet and satellite technology, satellite telecoms allows businesses access to high quality communication whilst cutting costs and providing a range of features to make communication even simpler. User-friendly interfaces, connection anywhere in the world, dependable and robust gateways and dedicated technical support systems are all features illustrating why satellite communications and global roaming is the future of business communications.

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