Fiber Optics Can Speed the Growth of Rural Economies
In rural areas lacking modern fiber optics, businesses rely on dial-up technology or satellite service for their telecommunications needs. Enterprise owners and other professionals in these areas typically experience slow internet speeds and reliability issues. The absence of rural broadband is a disadvantage and limits a community’s economic development.
Without the high-speed data transmission rates provided by optical fiber, schools and colleges in rural locales may be restricted in the online education services they can offer students. Multimedia library services, online courses, and access to faculty at partner institutions may be limited or unavailable. However, classrooms, libraries, and school laboratories can benefit from broadband access, enhancing education for all students.
