Jennifer Wilkins

Whidbey Telecom to Expand Fiber Broadband to more Homes on Whidbey Island

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On October 16, 2025, Whidbey Telecom hosted a celebration in recognition of the Washington State Public Works Board (PWB) Grants and Loans to expand fiber broadband infrastructure and service on Whidbey Island. Our heartfelt appreciation goes to our distinguished guests Sheila Richardson and Gary Rowe from the Public Works Board, Island County Commissioner Janet St. Clair, and former Island County Commissioner Helen Price Johnson who were instrumental …

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Why You Need Fiber Internet

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why you need whidbey telecom fiber internet

In today’s rapidly evolving world, the necessity of a robust and reliable internet connection cannot be overstated. With your home now serving as the office, the classroom, the movie theater, and even the medical clinic, fiber is the best internet solution to meet your household’s dynamic needs. Fiber internet gives you unlimited bandwidth, unmatched reliability, and symmetrical uploads and downloads that other broadband solutions simply cannot match.

Whidbey Telecom Recognized as a Smart Rural Community Showcase Award Winner 

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Whidbey Telecom Recognized as a Smart Rural Community Showcase Awards Winner 

Whidbey Telecom Honored with 2024 NTCA Smart Rural Community (SRC) Showcase Award Whidbey Telecom is proud to announce that it has been honored with the prestigious NTCA Smart Rural Community (SRC) Showcase Award for 2024. This national recognition highlights Whidbey Telecom’s innovative and collaborative efforts within the local community.  NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association announced the …

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Why You Need More Than 1 Gbps Broadband

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Whidbey Telecom Multi-GiG Fiber Internet

Do you love streaming movies, playing games, video chatting, and working from home? Do you have multiple devices connected to the internet at the same time? Do you want to enjoy the best online experience without any lag, buffering, or interruptions? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you need more than 1 Gbps broadband!

What Tech Items to Pack for Vacation 

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Vacations are a great way to relax, explore new places, and have fun. But they can also be stressful if you forget to pack something important, especially when it comes to tech items. That’s why we’ve created this guide to help you decide what tech items to pack for vacation. We’ll cover the essentials, the nice-to-haves, and the extras that can make your trip more enjoyable.

Seamless Connectivity: Why Whidbey WiFi at Home Outperforms Third-Party Alternatives

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Hey there, tech-savvy readers! Are you tired of battling those infuriating dead spots and buffering videos in your home? Well, we’ve got some exciting news that’s about to transform your WiFi experience. Say hello to Whidbey WiFi @Home, our Managed WiFi Solution. Whidbey WiFi @Home is a game-changer that beats those third-party options you might be eyeing. Trust us, this is the tech upgrade you didn’t know you needed!

How Fiber Internet Improves Online Learning

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Fiber Internet home school online learning

These days the Internet is not just about staying in touch with family or streaming movies and music. It is about how we learn. Gone are the days of that single-spaced notebook paper — replaced with Google Chromebooks and personal laptops. According to data from the National Center for Education Statistics and the US Department of Education in 2022, the enrollment numbers of hybrid and distance-only students at traditional universities grew by record amounts. On the flip side, enrollment in public schools decreased as many parents instead chose homeschooling or private education. The trends show that online learning tactics have become the new norm.

Fiber Internet and Your Home Theater

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With its unparalleled reliability, fiber optic Internet is the best option for turning your home into your home theater. The BiG GiG Fiber Network provides download and upload speeds of up to 1,000 Mbps, or 1 GiG. According to CNET, the average household subscribes to an Internet service of 25 Mbps. One GiG is 40x faster than that! Imagine that you’re sitting down with the family to watch a movie, only to find out you have to wait 30 minutes for it to download. Your popcorn will get cold. With a fiber Internet connection, that download takes less than 30 seconds.

Tips and Tech for Working From Home

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Working from home tools and technology

The trend of working from home began as a necessary safety precaution for many. Now it’s become the new norm. According to a report by the Wall Street Journal, office occupancy in the U.S. stands at 40-60% of pre-Covid levels. That means many office workers are still working remotely in some capacity, whether hybrid or full-time. So how can you work from home effectively? The keys to successful remote working are a good Internet connection, the right combination of tools and technology, and a healthy work-life balance. Pants are optional.

Giving Back to the Communities We Serve

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The past 2 years have been an exciting time of growth for your local Whidbey Telecom team. We have secured grants to expand The BiG GiG® Fiber Network in Point Roberts and South and Central Whidbey Island, and we have been growing our team of local experts to help with the expansion. As excited as …

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Exploring Whidbey Island By Bus is Free!

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Whether you are visiting from off-island or a resident of “The Rock,” you can take advantage of Island Transit’s free bus service. Yes, you heard correctly, “FREE BUS SERVICE!” You can use any Park & Rides locations, and bus stops to hop aboard to explore all the beautiful viewpoints, tasty eateries, and local shops. It’s …

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