03/07/14
Key FCC action to advance the reform of the E-rate program
The Federal Communications Commission released yesterday a Public Notice (PN) requesting further comment regarding the E-rate program modernization reform. The E-rate program provides funding to support the telecommunications and Internet access needs of schools and libraries across the nation.
03/07/14
Today Deadline for Expressions of Interest in FCC Rural Broadband Experiments program
Today marks the deadline for interested parties to file non-binding expressions of interest in the Rural Broadband Experiments (RBE) program first announced last month by the FCC.
The program, which is spurring widespread interest with already dozens if not hundreds of submissions on the record, seeks funding proposals for projects to connect areas across the country that lack broadband access. The program hopes to incentivize deployment of “scalable” broadband networks in communities without ubiquitous broadband at speeds of at least 3 Mbps down/768 kbps up.
02/20/14
Governor Parnell Names 2014 “Education Season”
Alaska’s governor has set his sights on using technology and the Internet to improve education.
02/04/14
Watch: Metlakatla: A Digital Village
In many ways, life in rural Alaska can be very challenging.
From heating your home in 40 below zero temperatures, to staying connected with multiple generations of family and friends, it takes a lot to make it work. Thanks to Connect Alaska’s partnership with the Association of Alaska School Boards, people throughout the state are learning new ways to make a living and preserve their unique culture in an ever-changing digital world.
02/03/14
Alaska to Get Gigabit Speed Internet Service
Gigabit speeds are coming to Alaska. Anchorage will soon be one of the few cities in the US to boast residential Internet speeds at one-gigabit per second.
Alaskan Telecommunications company GCI recently announced it would bring the blazing fast Internet to the 49th state by 2015. This is not only exciting for people who enjoy streaming movies, but for web developers, Internet entrepreneurs, and public institutions like libraries and schools. Faster Internet means we’ll all be better connected.
01/10/14
Take our Tech Trends 2014 Survey
Happy New Year! At Connected Nation, we know the important role that technology plays in everyday life. From the newest tablet to the hottest smart phone, 2013 saw the release of new creative ways to interact with the online world.
Now, we want to hear from you! What was your favorite tech trend of 2013? What will make waves in 2014? Take our survey below.
12/25/13
Happy Holidays from all of us at Connected Nation
It's been another incredible year for our team at Connected Nation. Together with our partners, friends, and supporters like yourself, we've connected more communities across the country and further closed the digital divide.
As we approach 2014, we wanted to wish all of you very Happy Holidays!
Have a wonderful time with your family, friends, and loved ones!
Sincerely,
Tom Ferree
President & COO
12/20/13
Celebrating the Season of Giving
Two thousand seven hundred and fifteen dollars.
12/11/13
OWL Project Reconnects Alaskans with Famous Sled Dog
By Katie Paglini
12/02/13
Celebrate Online Businesses This Cyber Monday!
It's Cyber Monday and millions of Americans will be going online to get the best deals from their favorite stores. If you missed out on the late night and long lines of Black Friday, Cyber Monday allows you to take advantage of the sales from the comfort of home.
Businesses across the nation are getting more connected each year and that's leading to an overwhelming increase in online sales. This past year alone, an estimated $1.7 TRILLION was brought into businesses via online sales. And that's just the tip of the iceberg!
More and more, folks are shopping online:
