Mid Century Fiber

                  Symmetrical speed is when your download and upload speeds are the same. This is important for many online activities that require uploading such as live-streaming, video chat, or have cloud-based technology like wireless smart home security cameras. If you’ve ever tried to sit through a class or business meeting and been met with a glitchy, pixelated experience, or had to wait for a batch of files and pictures to be uploaded to social media, your upload speed was likely to blame.                Pay attention to the next cable internet advertisement you see, unlike fiber, you’ll notice that they usually advertise only the download speed, which is for receiving data, not sending. That number may look appealing, but it’s only half of the story. Their upload speed is likely a tiny fraction of their download (around 10%), which will impact your customer exper...

If you’re a business owner, big or small, you have to ask yourself: what do you value in your company? Hard workers? Reliability? Adaptability? Communication? At Mid Century Fiber, those things matter to us too. That’s why we make sure that we provide the best service possible, with these qualities in mind, to entrepreneurs like yourself. Speed & Strength No, fiber technology is no Superman, but it’s pretty darn close. Fiber-optic internet has super fast connection speeds, with options available that range from 5 Mbps to 100 Gbps. This is the kind of internet that you need to support the fast happenings within your business. The connection with fiber technology is strong, making for quality work time without the hassle of wanting to throw your computer at the wall. Reliability Because the connection is so fast and strong, it means that you can also rely on fiber-optic technology to be there when you need it most. It comes down to fiber being a stronger element than ...

You’ve finally done it- fiber technology has been installed in your home, and you’re ready to have a great experience surfing the web. And yet, you may still be experiencing slow speeds. Before you throw your computer out the window, your devices might not be fiber-ready, which can be an easy fix. Run a Speed Test The first thing you should do is run a speed test with a provider that can utilize your connection. Currently, there are few speed test servers capable of testing gigabit speeds. Thankfully, you can use ours by using the link here or search online for others. A key piece of information is to make sure no other devices are downloading or streaming during the test. Remember, if you’re testing using a wi-fi device, your speed is automatically decreased. Verify Your Network Adapter If you’re still not seeing gigabit speeds, you should verify that your network adapter is connected at 1 Gbps: 1. Find your network connection in the lower right screen next to the cl...

If there’s one thing that everyone can agree on, it’s that the world of technology is fast-paced, ever-changing, and sometimes hard to keep up with. At Mid Century Fiber, we believe in the power of technology and its use for good, which is why we believe it’s important for everyone to implement some sort of technology software into their personal or professional life. But how do you stay up-to-date with the latest equipment and software? How do you know what you need? We have three tips to point you in the right direction! Address Your Needs & Do Your Research We get it- it’s extremely intimidating going on the internet not knowing what to look for. First and foremost, ask yourself what your needs are, what is in your price range, and what your ultimate end goal is. With the all resources out there, it can be a challenge to find what you’re looking for between all the ads, links, and images. We find that starting basic research on trusted resources like Flipboard is ...

Hollywood has been making films for decades predicting what the future will look like in regards to our relationship with technology. Whether it’s having robots as maids, a smart home that wants to become part of the family, or a computer system that takes over the world, there’s usually a negative connotation in regards to the growing power of what technology can do. However, the year 2017 may be the year that it all changes. Home automation, which is the ability to control items around the house with a push of a button or voice command, is in the future - it’s a matter of educating society on how we can benefit from all the technological advances. Save Time Currently, there are a plethora of products on the market that, if installed into your home, could make life ten times easier for you and your family. From security systems to controlling your heating and cooling system, we now hold the capability of controlling our home in the palm of our hand - quite literally. Havi...

Fiber technology is one of the best ways to experience watching your favorite shows and movies, listening to your music, and downloading documents at a pace that keeps up with your busy schedule. It’s the next big up-and-coming resource that is going to take the world by storm. So, how do you get it? How do you implement fiber technology into your neighborhood?    Mid Century Fiber is here to help.  Gather Interest In order to begin our work, Mid Century Fiber takes time to connect with different communities in the area to gather interest. A certain amount of people must express an interest in being a part of a fiberhood before any steps are taken. Our goal is to have at least 35% of your neighborhood expressing interest.      2. Sign-Up Once we hit our interest goal, we then begin the sign-up phase. That same 35% of the neighborhood, and hopefully more, must then officially sign-up to be a part of the fiberhood. The more people we have sign...

When it comes to the internet, everything is all about fast, stress-free connection. If you’re a small business owner, having a reliable internet connection can be crucial for running your business successfully. Fortunately, with fiber technology that goes up to 1 gig internet speed, there are several benefits that help with a running a small business. Faster Downloads Whether you’re a one-man show working out of your home or part of a small team, having access to reliable, quality internet is a huge factor when it comes it comes to running a successful business. With the majority of banking, processing, ordering, and communication happening via Internet, you need internet that can keep up with the fast-paced environment of a small business. Having the ability have faster downloads and uploads keeps you on track and is one less thing for you to worry about.  Cheaper Prices We understand that as a small business owner, being smart with your money is vital. Nowadays...

As the technology world progresses, it’s important that you are given the tools to keep up with the times and take advantage of all the benefits that the internet has to offer. With ability to find out any information with the click of a button, watch any movie or you wish, and even begin to dive into the world of virtual reality, wouldn’t you like to have the most reliable and dependable streaming network? That’s where fiber technology comes in: a way for you to work, learn, and play all with a fast and dependable Internet connection with speeds up to 1 Gig. For Business In today’s modern world, no matter what type of business you run, you need an internet plan that works as hard as you and your employees do. If you were to switch over to using fiber technology, your business would be able to keep up with the growing demands of large files, cloud services, and other business applications. Mid Century Fiber offers business internet plans along with local customer support ...

In 2016, there were over 3 billion Internet users online at any given time. As that number has increased year after year, so has the demand for fast, reliable internet. Fiber technology is a new and improved way to enjoy the knowledge and fun the internet has to offer. Here the are top four things you can do better with Fiber Technology: Streaming Are you an avid Netflix user? Or maybe it’s Amazon Prime, Hulu, or HBO Now. If you have any subscriptions to the these companies, fiber technology can help you save money and keep your favorite shows and movies going nonstop with minimal interruptions. Gaming Are you sick of glitchy internet that keeps you from winning your games? With fiber technology, our different speed and bandwidth options provide you with services that can make a gamer’s dream come true. With a better internet connection comes better communication with fellow players and ultimately a greater gaming experience. Schooling It’s the worst when your internet do...

Storytelling as a form of entertainment has been around for centuries, and it’s something that will continue to evolve. From plays to photographs to film, we value the art form and how technology has made everything so accessible. Television has been around for the last few decades, but now the future is here: OTT. What is OTT? You might be asking yourself: what in the world is OTT? It stands for Over The Top, and it’s one of the newest ways for you to receive your favorite shows and movies. Unlike other services like traditional cable or satellite, OTT delivers film and TV content through the internet. What are the uses of OTT? It may seem like a lot to take in, but many services that consumers use actually would benefit from OTT. If you are a subscriber to Netflix, Hulu, HBO Now or Amazon Prime, all of these services use streaming to bring your favorite shows and movies to you.  Why should you switch? Each consumer has different uses and needs when it comes to ...

Over the past several years, we have seen plenty of attention given to the home of the future – or the Smart Home. What once was a crazy sci-fi fantasy has now entered the mainstream of our everyday lives. Homeowners are now able to communicate remotely with various home systems through their computer, tablet, or smartphone.  As fiber cable providers , we are often asked what applications within the Smart Home require fiber technology. This new technology called Fiber to the Home (FTTH) provides the homeowner substantially higher bandwidth capacity and increased speed.  But why does it matter for the Smart Home?  Defining Smart Home Technology A Smart Home uses fiber technology and connectivity to monitor various home functions. They provide the homeowner with detailed information regarding what is happening inside the home. Some of these home processes might include: Home automation –  This technology enables the homeowner to control various appliances (i.e...

Selecting the appropriate internet plan for you family is a balance between what your budget allows and how much speed and bandwidth you need. These factors will vary depending not only on your budget, but on how you plan to use your internet connection. It’s important to have the right internet plan so that you and your family get the most enjoyment and ease out of your online experience. ●      Determine how you use the internet. If you just use it for occasional web surfing and email, you most likely can get away with having a lower speed. For gamers and those who download a lot of music and videos, stream videos, or use internet TV services such as Netflix, a higher speed makes a big difference in the ease of downloading and streaming, and minimizing buffering problems. ●      Determine how many devices will be using it. Shared internet, especially when multiple devices will be using it simultaneously, requires more speed and bandwidt...

Whether you use your home internet for work or play, speed and reliability is extremely important. If you work from home and want your internet to perform as well as it does at the office, then consider fiber-to-the-home internet. If you require a speedy data connection to satisfy your addiction to streaming movies, TV shows, or playing web-based video games, then consider fiber-to-the-home internet. But what is fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) internet? FTTH or Mid Century Fiber is the delivery of a communications signal over fiber optics to a home or business. This fiber will replace the existing copper infrastructure such as telephone wires and coaxial cable. Fiber-to-the-home is a relatively new and fast growing method of providing higher bandwidth to consumers and businesses, which enables more robust Internet, telephone, and television services. Fiber optic internet sends data faster than basic cable internet. It’s delivered on a dedicated line, which facilitates more consistent speed ...