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.

Streaming Tunes Tuesday: Silversun Pickups

Silversun Pickups are an interesting listen for just about anyone no matter what music is in your wheelhouse. They’re not alt rock, they’re not exactly rock, but yet some of the guitar work might remind you of Smashing Pumpkins. It’s a solid listen!

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Outside TV being discontinued by programmer

Due to a programmer decision, Outside TV is being discontinued Sept. 1, 2022. The channel is currently offered TDS TV channel 650SD/1650HD on and channel 142 on TDS TV+. 

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Streaming Tunes Tuesday: Night Ranger

People often toss around the phrase “one hit wonder” in a derogatory manner—but in all reality, having one hit song is truly not a bad thing. Some of those songs were so huge and have shaped music history and our own personal memories forever. Night Ranger’s hit is still worth listening to today.

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Escape the summer heat with these 15 movies!

Summer is well underway, and most of us are probably taking advantage of the warm weather. For the days that are just a bit too hot to be outside, sit back and enjoy one of these fun summer-themed movies!

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Streaming Tunes Tuesday: Los Lonely Boys

If you enjoy anything from Santana to Stevie Ray Vaughan, this is certainly for you. It’s rock ’n’ roll with just a touch of telenovela mixed in, and it’s really fun to listen to. If you’ve been locked up too long in this crazy world—give this a whirl today

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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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