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Decoding 5G: Fiber Internet vs. Cellular Data
You’ve likely heard a lot about “5G,” and it’s easy to wonder how it relates to your home internet. While 5G is the latest generation for your phone, it’s crucial to understand the difference between 5G cellular data and the blazing-fast power of 5 Gig Fiber internet. They aren’t the same, and they offer very…
Read MoreIdeaTek and Parsons Chamber of Commerce to celebrate $8 million fiber internet expansion
IdeaTek and Parsons Chamber of Commerce to celebrate $8 million fiber internet expansion PARSONS, Kansas — A faster, more connected future is coming to Parsons. IdeaTek and the Parsons Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate IdeaTek’s $8 million investment to bring up to 8-gig, ultra-fast fiber internet to the city –…
Read MoreIdeaTek Launches “Season of Giving” Campaign to Support Ronald McDonald House Charities Wichita
IdeaTek Launches “Season of Giving” Campaign to Support Ronald McDonald House Charities Wichita BUHLER, Kan. — This holiday season, IdeaTek is spreading Internet Freedom — and goodwill — across South Central Kansas. From Nov. 18 through Dec. 10, the company will donate $10 to Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Wichita for every new install…
Read MoreIdeaTek is bringing gigabit fiber internet to Goodland
IdeaTek is bringing gigabit fiber internet to Goodland Goodland, Kansas – A faster, more connected future is coming to Goodland. IdeaTek is making a $3 million investment to deliver a blazing-fast, 100% fiber network to the city, setting a new standard of connectivity. The Buhler-based internet provider will deliver unlimited, uncapped speeds of up…
Read MoreIdeaTek and Emporia Main Street to celebrate $14 million fiber internet expansion
IdeaTek and Emporia Main Street to celebrate $14 million fiber internet expansion – Editor’s Note: To give residents an opportunity to learn more about IdeaTek, the construction process and speeds and pricing, IdeaTek will have an informational meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 12 at the Lyon County History Center. Residents can learn more and…
Read MoreIdeaTek to Acquire Elkhart, Kansas-based Epic Touch
IdeaTek to Acquire Epic Touch ELKHART, KANSAS — IdeaTek Telcom, a Kansas-based fiber internet service provider, has entered into an agreement to acquire fiber internet operator Elkhart Telephone, including its Epic Touch brand. The transaction wraps a nearly 70-year run of the Boaldin family’s dedication and long-standing commitment to the telecommunication and broadband needs…
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