Fiber-optic technology is the gold standard for internet, phone, and TV service – which is exactly why TDS is busy building fiber networks in many parts of our service area. As construction continues, it’s important to note the distinction between what TDS is building vs. what some other providers do.
TDS’ fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) network offers symmetrical upload and download speeds up to 8 Gigabit. When you get connected to our all-fiber network, you can easily do remote work or school, online gaming, and stream videos without a second thought.
Other local providers may say they offer “fiber,” but often simply add fiber to their existing cable lines. This is known as “Radio Frequency over Glass,” or RFoG.
The key difference is that upload speeds are typically much lower, since they are still beholden to some limitations of the original lines – which favor download speeds. That means that users who need high upload bandwidth – for sharing photos, uploading videos, or transferring files, for example – may struggle with reduced speeds.
Another big advantage of TDS’ all-fiber network is that it’s “future-proof” – any technological advances can be easily incorporated. The capabilities of RFoG networks, meanwhile, are dependent on future upgrades in cable infrastructure.
Those benefits of TDS fiber are in addition to:
- Strong bandwidth. Light is efficient, so fiber cables can carry loads of information – thousands of times more than copper wire. Slow or lagging internet is a thing of the past.
- High reliability. Fiber is virtually immune to interference and unlikely to falter under harsh weather conditions.
- Increased home value. A recent study found that fiber brought up to 4.9% in home value.
Throw in TDS’ new All-In Pricing model, and it’s never been a better time to make the switch. Bundles of TDS service with internet speeds of 1 Gig start at $49.99 per month, regardless of where a customer lives. Click here for more information.
TDS is actively working to expand its high-speed, all-fiber internet service in a number of areas across the country. Fiber projects are ongoing in states including Washington, Idaho, Montana, and Wisconsin. Upgrades in rural areas are on the way through the federal Enhanced Alternative Connect America Cost Model (E-ACAM) program.
You can find out if TDS fiber is available at your address by visiting TDSFiber.com.
