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Cutting the Cord: My Experience Making the Switch to Streaming
NGN’s Marketing Assistant Lindsey Dyches recently decided to cut the cord in her own home. She found the switch so beneficial that she wanted to share her experience with our readers in case anyone is curious about the process. Cutting the cord is defined as […]
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Why Business Owners are Choosing Fiber Over Cable Internet
You’ve probably already heard that fiber optic internet is faster than traditional cable but did you know it is also less susceptible to outages, interruptions, and security breaches? Below, we take a closer look at the factors that differentiate fiber and cable internet, and what […]
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NGN’s Outside Plant Team Receives Power Space Safety and Flagging Certifications
Members of NGN’s Outside Plant (OSP) Team recently participated in Power Space Safety Training. The training program was taught by Larry G. Webster in association with the Tennessee Valley Public Power Association. During the class, NGN employees were instructed on how to properly work in […]
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Crossover Day: A Quick Recap of the Broadband Bills Being Considered by Georgia Legislators
Lawmakers have reconvened this week to discuss important state legislation, including various bills that could affect rural broadband in Georgia. For the bills, time is running out, as today marks “Crossover Day” within the Georgia House and Senate. If a bill has not passed in […]
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NGN Connect Announces Purchase of HEMC Wireless
CLARKESVILLE, GA – February 19, 2018 – NGN Connect would like to announce that it recently reacquired the wireless customer base and assets it sold to Habersham Electric Membership Corporation (HEMC) in 2015. The purchase will have no effect on the quality […]
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‘Tis the Season for High Broadband Usage!
How many of the Christmas presents you gifted or received connect to the internet? Did you used Skype or another VoIP service to speak with family or friends this season? Maybe you cozied up by the fire with family and ordered a movie on demand? […]
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NGN Connect Annual Meeting Reviews 2017 and Sets Sights on 2018 Goals
On November 29th, NGN Connect held its fifth Annual Meeting at The Torch Dahlonega, inviting members to come together to reflect on 2017 successes and discuss 2018 goals. NGN Connect Chairman Charlie Auvermann began the meeting by welcoming members and emphasizing the vital role that […]
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Recapping Broadband Communities’ 2017 Economic Development Conference
NGN kicked off the month of November with Broadband Communities’ Fall Economic Development Conference in Atlanta, GA. The 3-day event played host to an exceptional group of speakers and vital conversations about how broadband capacity can drive economic development in rural communities. Michael Foor, NGN’s […]
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Feeding the World with AgTech and Reliable Broadband
With Thanksgiving just around the corner and 2018 Farm Bill discussions well underway, agriculture talk is on the table here in the U.S. But while many families will soon enjoy bountiful spreads of turkey, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce and more, the challenging path from farm […]
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Upcoming Economic Development Conference to Feature NGN’s Story of Delivering Gigabit Connectivity to North Georgia
Since its inception, NGN has remained committed to providing high speed, fiber optic broadband to rural areas. Part of this mission includes supplying community leaders with the education and tools needed to leverage their gigabit asset for economic growth. Gigabit connectivity can empower businesses in […]
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