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The internet has transformed so many aspects of American society that we can no longer exist without widespread broadband internet service. From using the internet to communicate to the Internet of Things or IoT that connects all of our homes and offices—wireless networking is a necessity. Unfortunately, not all internet providers are up to par when it comes to offering wireless internet at the speed and service that you need. This is where having a trustworthy IT services company in Salt Lake City comes in handy. Learn more about how Nexus can help you fix your wireless networking connectivity issues.
In the year 2000, only 52 percent of US adults used the internet according to the Pew Research Center. In 2018, that number has nearly doubled to 89 percent of adults. Today approximately two-thirds of adults in the US have broadband internet. Interestingly, the greatest number of adopters of high-speed wireless broadband were between 2000 and 2010.
Today there has been a drop in the number of new adopters of internet technology. Yet the internet is fast becoming a staple of modern society. However, the US lacks the IT infrastructure needed to provide access for the remaining one-third of adults who do not have internet service.
The Telecommunications Act of 1996, via Section 706, requires the FCC to report on whether Americans have reasonable access to advanced telecommunications. This includes broadband internet. According to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the 2018 Broadband Deployment Report, the FCC was recently pushed to take steps to improve the deployment of broadband services. This was after the resulting report in 2015 by the FCC stating the stagnated expansion of broadband services.
The FCC, furthermore, states that broadband internet is defined as:
The internet may be popular for online shopping, social media, and silly cat videos; however, the internet offers far more than superficial services. The internet is the most conducive outlet for sharing information, especially for socially disadvantaged and rural communities.
Broadband internet access also enables communities to communicate more easily. This offers social connections and networking that is vital to our globalized society. In our increasingly busy days, broadband internet provides a way to reach everyone instantly in one centralized location.
Having access to the internet also ensures economic development. Adults with internet access can search for jobs, learn new skills, and work online via the internet from their home. This creates an economic boom that is much needed in these socially disadvantaged communities. Small business owners in Salt Lake City, Utah can connect with customers halfway across the country…or the planet. This greatly increases the ability for SMBs to increase their revenue.
Speaking of small to medium-sized businesses, if you are struggling to keep your customers satisfied—take a look at your wifi speeds. Having and offering free access to wireless internet for your customers and clients is no longer a luxury you can offer.
Your customers expect to be able to log in to your wireless network when they are in your building. Even if you are able to offer free wifi, there is no guarantee that the service will be stellar. In fact, if you are providing an open network to everyone in range, you most likely are experiencing low internet speeds across the board.
This adversely affects your employees’ ability to do their job when utilizing the internet. Since the internet is needed for everything from work email to posting video advertisements, you cannot afford to have lagging internet speeds. Unfortunately, the infrastructure for broadband in Salt Lake City, Utah may not be up to the speed you need. Even more critically, there is little you can do about the IT infrastructure of your internet provider. So what can you do?
The first step to take is to choose an IT network support provider in your area. Here at Nexus IT Consultants, we specialize in total technology support services. Located in Northern Utah, we serve the businesses in Park City and Salt Lake City.
Our tech experts work with businesses big and small to provide the most effective internet support. We will tackle your wireless networking connectivity issues for your company. Contact Nexus IT Consultants at 435-659-2533 or at 801-839-7006 or via email at .