Author: Rhonda Lafrance

Rhonda joined MCSnet in 2019 to lead the rebranding and marketing for the Alberta-based internet service provider. She is now part of the senior leadership team and as the Chief Marketing Officer, she oversees all marketing, sales, business development, and sponsorships/donations for the company. As a former newspaper editor, constituency office manager, and school board trustee, Rhonda understands the importance of communities and building relationships. Rhonda also owns a small business with her husband and has lived in the St. Paul area since 1996. She has two young adult sons attending post secondary schooling.

Home Internet Plan Comparison: Finding the Best Home Internet Service for Rural Alberta

If you have chosen the laid-back countryside lifestyle, we want to reassure you that your rural internet speed doesn’t have to be laid-back, too. We’ve saved you hours of research by creating this handy guide with everything you need to know on home internet options in rural Alberta.

Municipal Partnership Brings High Speed Internet to Smoky Lake

January 26, 2024 — The Town of Smoky Lake and MCSnet are pleased to announce a partnership that will provide high speed internet to town residents. Town Passes Motion At its December 21, 2023 meeting, Town of Smoky Lake Council passed a motion to allow MCSnet to co-locate on three of its towers including at the […]

How to Set Up Your Ethernet Cable for Faster Internet

Are you looking to launch your internet into hyper speed? Follow these steps to supercharge your connection with an ethernet cable.

Satellite vs Fiber: Which Internet Service Meets Your Needs?

Starlink vs. Fiber Internet for rural Alberta? Discover the best high-speed internet solution to meet your needs in rural Alberta areas.

Fiber vs. GigAir: The Ultimate Showdown Between Internet Titans

In one corner, we have Fiber Optics, long been known as the gold standard of internet connectivity, using strands of glass fibers to transmit data at very high speeds. In the other corner, we have a new contender, GigAir, using its wireless, Millimeter Wave technology to also transmit data at very high speeds. We go […]

GigAir vs. 5G: Why GigAir is the Better Option

The landscape of wireless internet is diverse, with technologies like MCSnet’s GigAir and 5G vying for dominance. While both are formidable in their own right, they employ different approaches, especially in rural areas. GigAir’s use of milliwave technology contrasts with the typical rural deployment of 5G. This blog explores these differences in detail. What is […]

Is 50 Mbps a good internet speed? A comprehensive guide based on user experiences

“Is 50 Mbps fast enough?” There’s a reason why this is one of the most common questions we hear from customers when selecting a plan. If you’re not especially techie, looking at the different speeds when selecting an internet plan can leave you scratching your head. In today’s world, a good internet speed can be […]

MCSnet Harnesses Milliwaves for Super Fast Internet Speeds in Rural Alberta

When people think of broadband, they immediately think of fiber optics, satellite, cable, and DSL. But there is an entirely new service on the block using milliwave technology and MCSnet is proud to have one of the largest implementations of this new technology right here in rural Alberta. Meet GigAir! Now in over 50 communities […]

Cat 6 vs. Cat 7 vs. Cat 8: Main Differences Between Ethernet Cables

If you’re in North Central rural Alberta or Northwestern Saskatchewan, our local experts are at your service to ensure you’re equipped with the best internet package tailored to your needs. Book a consultation with our team today.

How You Can Boost Your Wi-Fi Signal Through Walls to Every Room

Ready to elevate your home internet experience with a router that fits your specific needs? Choose MCSnet and lease to own a high-speed router for only $4.95/month—complete with a full two-year warranty, or purchase outright for $99.95 + GST and enjoy a one-year warranty.