Problem: Extending high-speed internet access up to three kilometers within a rural community, with an existing high-speed Internet point of presence (POP).
Tech Solution: The solution utilized the following levels of innovation to reduce network costs and accelerate deployment timeframes:
- Existing telecommunications POP in the Municipal Office
- A newly built 100’ non-ground penetrating tower beside the local community centre
- Multiple wireless technologies to improve community coverage and user experience
- Unlicensed 2.4 Gbps and 5 Gbps WIFI wireless coverage for high-speed internet access for those with clear line of sight to the new tower
- One of first commercial uses of TV White Space (TVWS) technology wireless coverage for high-speed internet access (700 Mbps) for those with heavier tree cover
- Triple play service offering including VOIP phone service, TV over IP, and high-speed internet
