Tag: fiber internet
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Choosing a Home Internet Provider in 2025: What to Look For
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed when shopping for internet service, you’re not alone. Between flashy ads, hidden fees, and endless jargon, choosing a home internet provider can feel like navigating a maze. The right choice depends on your location, household needs, and budget. But once you know what to look for, the process becomes much easier. In…
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Is Gigabit Internet Worth It in 2025? Speeds, Costs & Benefits
Is gigabit internet worth it? That’s the question more and more households are asking as our lives increasingly depend on fast internet. The truth is, the answer depends on your needs, your budget, and how you actually use the internet day to day. For some, upgrading to gigabit internet speeds is a game-changer; for others,…
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What’s the Best Type of Internet for You? Everything You Need to Know Before You Choose
There are many types of internet – and they are definitely not created equal! The types of internet you can get at home depend on where you live. Each type uses different technology to bring the web to your devices. Some are fast and reliable. Others are slower or only available in certain areas. Explore the five…
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Inside the Construction of a Fiber Network: Step-by-Step Revealed
Building a fiber-optic network is a complex, multi-step process that goes far beyond simply choosing between aerial or underground cables. The construction of a fiber network involves careful planning and design. It requires obtaining permits and rights-of-way. The process includes building the network, either as aerial fiber on poles or underground fiber in trenches. The…
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7 Powerful Benefits of Fiber Internet You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner
The benefits of fiber internet are hard to ignore if you want a fast and reliable internet connection. Fiber internet uses thin glass or plastic strands to transmit data as pulses of light. This technology allows information to travel incredibly fast over long distances. People often compare fiber vs cable internet when choosing a provider.…
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What is Fiber Internet? A Comprehensive Guide to Fiber‑Optic Broadband [2025]
If you’ve ever typed “what is fiber internet” into Google, you’re in the right place. With so many choices (cable, DSL, satellite, and even 5G) it’s not always clear which type of internet is best for your home. That’s why we built this guide: to give you every answer you need about fiber internet, all…
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What You Need to Know About Utility Easements
If you’ve seen our trucks, cones, or crews working near your lawn and wondered, “Why are they digging up my yard?”, you’re not alone. As a fiber internet provider, we’re working hard to bring faster, more reliable internet to your neighborhood. That means we sometimes need to access utility easements: parts of your property that legally…
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How to Place an Order at Race Communications: Step-by-Step Guide
Wondering how to place an order at Race Communications? Good news: it’s quick, easy, and built to get you connected without the hassle. You’ll pick your plan, enter your details, and you’re done. You pay for the internet package you choose, plus taxes and fees. That’s it. Installation is free, your router is included, and…
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How Does Fiber Internet Work: Connected at the Speed of Light
Fiber optics is the superior technology when it comes to the internet. It is the fastest and most reliable and therefore gaining popularity among users. Thanks to fiber internet, streamers, gamers, and people who work from home can now all be online at the same time and deal with no lagging or data caps. The…
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What is Fiber Optics & Why Is It Better Than Copper?
Race Communications recognizes the need for better connectivity and is working to build a network that will provide fiber optic network to homes across the state of California. Now you may be wondering, what is fiber optic technology and is it better than copper? If so, why?