The digital divide in the United States stretches deeper than policymakers ever imagined. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently estimated that 19.6 million U.S. residents lacked access to a fixed broadband service of at least 100/20 Mbps. More strikingly than that however, a report from BroadbandNow highlighted that those numbers were incorrect and actually 26 million Americans lack adequate connectivity.

In the article How Fiber Tech is Bridging the Gap for Renters written by Helge Tiainen, Business Development Director at InCoax for Residential Tech Today, Tiainen discusses how those living in older multi-dwelling units (MDUs), still struggle to access reliable high-speed internet. There is outdated infrastructure, exclusive provider contracts, and expensive building upgrades that often leave tenants with limited options. Today, new fiber internet extension technologies are bridging that gap. By pairing existing in-building wiring, such as coaxial cables, with fiber deployed close to the property, providers can deliver fast, reliable broadband without disruptive renovations. This innovation not only improves internet access for renters but also gives property owners a cost-effective way to modernize. Read the full article here