What are the benefits of fiber optic internet for Loon Lake residents and businesses?
Fiber optic internet will bring many benefits to Loon Lake residents and businesses, such as:
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Faster and more reliable internet service: Fiber optic internet can reach speeds of up to 10 Gigabits per second (Gbps)
in some areas, which is about 20 times faster than regular cable at 1 Gbps. Fiber optic internet also has a higher
bandwidth capacity, which means it can handle more data and devices at the same time without slowing down. Fiber
optic internet is also more reliable than other types of internet, as it is less prone to interference, weather, or damage.
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Symmetrical upload and download speeds: Fiber optic internet is the only type of internet that offers symmetrical
upload and download speeds, meaning the uploads are just as fast as downloads. This is especially important for
activities that require a lot of uploading, such as working from home, online content creation, videoconferencing,
cloud computing, and online gaming. With symmetrical speeds, you can enjoy a smoother and more seamless online
experience, without lagging or buffering.
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Lower latency: Latency is the time it takes for data to travel from one point to another on the internet. Fiber optic
internet has lower latency than other types of internet, as it uses light signals that travel faster than electrical signals.
Lower latency means faster response times and better performance for online activities that require real-time
interaction, such as gaming, videoconferencing, and streaming.
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Higher security: Fiber optic internet is more secure than other types of internet, as it is harder to hack or tap into.
Fiber optic cables are made of thin glass or plastic fibers that transmit data as pulses of light, which are difficult to
intercept or manipulate. Fiber optic internet also does not emit any electromagnetic signals that can be detected by
nearby devices, unlike copper cables that can leak data.
How can I sign up for fiber optic internet from Federated Broadband?
If you are interested in signing up for fiber optic internet from Federated Broadband, you can contact us at (507) 847-1001
or visit our website at www.federatedbroadband.coop to complete our Construction Consent Form (also found below).
We will be happy to answer any questions you may have and help you choose the best plan for your needs. Our fiber
optic internet rates start at $70 per month for 100 Mbps of symmetrical bandwidth. We offer unlimited data, no contracts,
and free installation and equipment.
Managed WIFI required with fiber connection. This saves you the hassle of buying a router & allows us to do trouble-
shooting with you over the phone, saving you a service call fee.
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