What is Broadband? In the context of internet access, broadband is any high-speed internet access that is always on and faster than dial-up access or traditional analog services. To understand this better, we may need a simple explanation of the internet itself. The internet is essentially a vast network that connects computers all over the…
The ongoing inflation surge is causing everyone to re-evaluate their finances and become more cautious about spending. As a result, it may be the right time to consider cutting the cable TV cord and exploring streaming services that fit your budget, ensuring you get the content you actually watch. Too often, we’re paying hundreds of…
Access to high speed internet has been declared an essential service and no one knows this better than businesses in rural Alberta. This is why MCSnet has made improving its network one of its priorities for a number of years. Transit fiber is the backbone for future high speed internet options in rural Alberta In…
The Victoria Trail Agricultural Society (VTAS) is a not-for-profit community group that provides programs, services, and facilities to Waskatenau, Alberta, and the surrounding area. They recently acquired MCSnet’s complimentary internet service, and we’re excited to hear how our Community Connections Program has made a difference in their organization. What’s your mission, purpose, and passion as…
Welcome to MCSnet’s first municipal newsletter, Municipal Matters, Volume 1. This quarterly newsletter will provide municipal stakeholders within our service area with updates on new construction, technology, insights into everything broadband, and how you can help decrease the digital divide in rural Alberta. For over 25 years, MCSnet has been connecting Albertans and providing our…
As one of Alberta’s largest rural internet providers, we believe students deserve to grow their education in technology. That’s why we started the MCSnet Scholarship program. Our local communities are at the heart of our success, and we want to invest in our young people’s future. We are pleased to announce the 2022 scholarship recipients.…
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