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What Is Multi-Gig Internet and Do You Need It?
Multi-gig internet is the fastest residential internet service you can currently get. Speeds as fast as 2, 5, and 10 Gbps may seem wholly unnecessary for most homes and businesses today, but the need is coming faster than you think.
What Tech Items to Pack for Vacation
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
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
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
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
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.