Why TDS fiber beats other providers

Other local providers may say they offer “fiber,” but often simply add fiber to their existing cable lines, leading to lower upload speeds.

F-Secure, TDS Telecom launch powerful scam protection service

The enhanced cybersecurity features in the TDS Internet Security Suite comes as online scams are exploding in volume and sophistication.

TDS associates’ top travel destinations

Our associates share their favorite vacation spots from coast to coast – and beyond!

How TDS is meeting the growing demand for speed

As a new report shows demand for faster internet at an all-time high, TDS continues working to expand its fiber service footprint.

Three easy steps to switch to TDS Mobile

TDS is excited to bring mobile service to more communities across our service area.

Welcome to the TDS Connect Blog

Learn how TDS can keep you connected in the home and at the office with Internet, TV, TDS Fiber, DVR and phone services and solutions.

Alert: new email phishing scam

Although it’s April Fools’ Day this is not a joke—we’re getting reports of customers receiving an email that looks like the real thing but is actually a phishing scam. Learn what you should do and get five tips for spotting this kind of scam email.

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Best Internet April Fools’ Jokes 2015

The Internet has been really busy coming up with some clever, and often hilarious, jokes to celebrate the day.

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Cheap Tunes Tuesday: Incubus

Don’t let the “alternative” or “alt rock” label on this band scare you away—they’re so much more. There’s rock guitar, a little funk beat, and even a touch of reggae in spots. Put it all together, and it’s probably something you’ve never experienced before…but for the same price as a fancy drink at Starbucks, you can give it a listen.

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Weekly tech news roundup for March 27

New this week: a “post-modern skateboard,” an amazing new 3D printing method you’ve got to see to believe, an interesting twist on a jogging stroller, and more.

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Free Weekend of HBO and Cinemax Just in Time

TDS TV customers: Take advantage of those April showers and sit back, relax, and watch all of the amazing entertainment on HBO and Cinemax. From April 10-13 there is a FREE preview weekend with full, unlimited access to all the original series, Hollywood hits, and more from HBO and Cinemax.

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Investing in our communities

It’s our mission to create a better world by providing high-quality communication services—connecting people and businesses, supporting education, and strengthening communities. We started with a handful of telephone companies in small and rural communities; today we’re a rapidly growing technology company with 1.2 million residential and business connections.


In addition to serving customers, TDS takes a vested interest in the growth and success of our communities. From hands-on volunteering to in-kind and direct financial support, we believe in giving back. In fact, community involvement is so imperative to our core beliefs that TDS has a “Be Good Citizens” program, which provides our associates with 16 hours of paid volunteer time every year.

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