Why switch from Spectrum/Starlink to Fidium?
Fidium Fiber is for everyone and anyone that wants it. Symmetrical capacity (upload/download the same), greater reliability and no connection charges. PLUS Qualified ACP subscribers can get fiber service for FREE.
Fidium Fiber is for everyone and anyone that wants it. Symmetrical capacity (upload/download the same), greater reliability and no connection charges. PLUS Qualified ACP subscribers can get fiber service for FREE.
Compare DSL Internet & Landline Phone Costs to Fidium
Consolidated Communications (CCI)
1. DSL Internet - $35-55+ (~5Mbps/1Mbps)
2. Phone - $55
TOTAL - $90+
Compare
Fidium Fiber (free installation)
1. Fiber Internet - $30 first year (50Mbps/50Mbps) with other options as well
2. Phone (VOIP) - $15
TOTAL - $65
see additional benefits below
Consolidated Communications (CCI)
1. DSL Internet - $35-55+ (~5Mbps/1Mbps)
2. Phone - $55
TOTAL - $90+
Compare
Fidium Fiber (free installation)
1. Fiber Internet - $30 first year (50Mbps/50Mbps) with other options as well
2. Phone (VOIP) - $15
TOTAL - $65
see additional benefits below
Coaxial cable vs. Fiber
Coaxial cable can NOT provide Symmetrical service (same upload/download). Only Fiber can do that.
1. All the Fiber advantages apply with no additional charges (i.e. $5 WIFI Modem). All is included and capacity/speed does not vary.
2. Spectrum uses fiber in its networks as Hybrid Fiber Coaxial (HFC), but it does NOT go to the Premise where Coaxial Cable is used.
There is no contest… Fiber wins out! Same comments as above & two articles on the subject.
https://www.cvalley.net/fiber-optic-cable-vs-coaxial-cable-which-is-better/
https://www.fusionconnect.com/blog/fiber-vs-cable-internet-a-guide-to-the-differences-in-speed-cost-more
Coaxial cable can NOT provide Symmetrical service (same upload/download). Only Fiber can do that.
1. All the Fiber advantages apply with no additional charges (i.e. $5 WIFI Modem). All is included and capacity/speed does not vary.
2. Spectrum uses fiber in its networks as Hybrid Fiber Coaxial (HFC), but it does NOT go to the Premise where Coaxial Cable is used.
There is no contest… Fiber wins out! Same comments as above & two articles on the subject.
https://www.cvalley.net/fiber-optic-cable-vs-coaxial-cable-which-is-better/
https://www.fusionconnect.com/blog/fiber-vs-cable-internet-a-guide-to-the-differences-in-speed-cost-more
Fiber based Internet vs. Starlink?
Few circumstances make Starlink a better choice than Fiber
The Basics:
Few circumstances make Starlink a better choice than Fiber
The Basics:
- Fiber is built on a pure Fiber Network using Laser technology to sending information at the virtual speed of light.
- Fiber is Faster (Speed), with a ping rate of <20 milliseconds (ms) vs. ~50-100+ms.
- Fiber has Capacity (Mbps) generally provided to consumers at up to 1-2 Gigabits per second (1,000-2000Mbps), or even more.
- Fiber provides Symmetrical (upload/download) capacity (i.e., 250/250Mbps).
- Fiber is more Reliable, unaffected by weather, trees, structures, electrical energy, etc.
- Fiber service is not shared, maintaining consistent service and No Throttling of data.
- Fiber is suitable for critical services/technologies that require Consistent and Uninterrupted Capabilities.
- Fiber is Less Expensive for monthly service.
- Simply put, Fiber is also Future Proof.
- Here are just two sources and the details.
https://www.tachus.com/post/starlink-vs-fiber
https://www.quora.com/Is-Starlink-better-than-fiber
Have Fidium Fiber Questions?
Others answered at - www.fidiumfiber.com - (see bottom of page).
1. The Network Build is complete.
2. Only installation cost is if you have to pay for additional conduit.
3. Sign up NOW at www.fidiumfiber.com.
4. Cost See www.fidiumfiber.com
a. FREE installation, no contract and symmetrical service (Download & Upload the same)
b. Available $5 Discount to the costs below for Paperless & Auto Billing
Current Annual after 1st yr. (Special Offers available):
2,000 Mbps: $85/mo for 1-yr $95/mo after - 1 & 2 Gig symmetrical is the same cost after the first year!)
1,000 Mbps: $70/mo for 1-yr $95/mo after
250 Mbps: $60/mo for 1-yr $85/mo after
50 Mbps: $35/mo for 1-yr $55/mo after
+ Add VOIP Phone for $15 and keep existing number.
5. Cable type TV can be Streamed, replacing traditional "Cable TV" service - even Satellite TV. For streaming service that offers local stations there is Hulu+Live TV, YouTube TV and DirecTV Streaming with Fubo TV and others catching up. You can pick what fits your needs. See Basics for more.
6. You can keep your phone number, shift your home number to your cell (some providers charge a fee!). Contact your provider for details and cost. VOIP provider coordination the transfer to minimize impact, generally at no cost!
DO NOT switch until you have your Internet up and running!
Others answered at - www.fidiumfiber.com - (see bottom of page).
1. The Network Build is complete.
2. Only installation cost is if you have to pay for additional conduit.
3. Sign up NOW at www.fidiumfiber.com.
4. Cost See www.fidiumfiber.com
a. FREE installation, no contract and symmetrical service (Download & Upload the same)
b. Available $5 Discount to the costs below for Paperless & Auto Billing
Current Annual after 1st yr. (Special Offers available):
2,000 Mbps: $85/mo for 1-yr $95/mo after - 1 & 2 Gig symmetrical is the same cost after the first year!)
1,000 Mbps: $70/mo for 1-yr $95/mo after
250 Mbps: $60/mo for 1-yr $85/mo after
50 Mbps: $35/mo for 1-yr $55/mo after
+ Add VOIP Phone for $15 and keep existing number.
5. Cable type TV can be Streamed, replacing traditional "Cable TV" service - even Satellite TV. For streaming service that offers local stations there is Hulu+Live TV, YouTube TV and DirecTV Streaming with Fubo TV and others catching up. You can pick what fits your needs. See Basics for more.
6. You can keep your phone number, shift your home number to your cell (some providers charge a fee!). Contact your provider for details and cost. VOIP provider coordination the transfer to minimize impact, generally at no cost!
DO NOT switch until you have your Internet up and running!
The Hype on Cellular Services
Here is some information relative to Cellular service and issues you may be experiencing.
3. The location of towers still matters with poor coverage even where your provider may have a tower. Of note is that the closest ATT transmitter towers serving commercial cellular are in Belfast and Stonington. There is no ATT commercial service on Blue Hill Mountain as of July 2023, nor is there Verizon either. Sharing may occur. ATT is on Blue Hill Mtn. and elsewhere, but it is a service called FirstNet.
a. “(Short) FirstNet is not a commercial network – it was designed and built “from the ground up” specifically for first responders and the extended public safety community: Groundbreaking technology delivering priority and preemption.”
5. Despite the perceived availability and performance of 5G technology in cellular networks, the fallacy is that no one cellular carrier can service every cell phone, or at the same capacity (speed). Lots of factors matter in over-the-air systems (cellular (incl. hotspots) and satellite) which includes distance, terrain, obstructions, ground matter (i.e., granite), solar, EMP, and the 5G hype - all matters. Service will vary, and in some places, it will not exist at all. Bottom line is that 5G is not everywhere and it’s not all the hype says it is.
a. There are in fact three (3) different 5G services. The lowest capacity/frequency is what you’re seeing now, and it is realistically no better that 4G LTE at this point. The perception of 5G sells phones, but it is not a solution to home needs, speed/capacity, and cost. The highest frequency 5G (and capacity) only travels about 1000 ft. (that’s FEET). You need a transmitter on every utility pole – if they exist in your area and that is a long way off in rural America (see #1). For more specific, it’s out there but here is one link - https://www.cablefree.net/wirelesstechnology/4glte/5g-frequency-bands-lte/
Here is some information relative to Cellular service and issues you may be experiencing.
- If your Cell service Stinks where you live and you have Fiber to the Premise/Home, Use WIFI Calling - Problem Solved! https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT203032
3. The location of towers still matters with poor coverage even where your provider may have a tower. Of note is that the closest ATT transmitter towers serving commercial cellular are in Belfast and Stonington. There is no ATT commercial service on Blue Hill Mountain as of July 2023, nor is there Verizon either. Sharing may occur. ATT is on Blue Hill Mtn. and elsewhere, but it is a service called FirstNet.
a. “(Short) FirstNet is not a commercial network – it was designed and built “from the ground up” specifically for first responders and the extended public safety community: Groundbreaking technology delivering priority and preemption.”
5. Despite the perceived availability and performance of 5G technology in cellular networks, the fallacy is that no one cellular carrier can service every cell phone, or at the same capacity (speed). Lots of factors matter in over-the-air systems (cellular (incl. hotspots) and satellite) which includes distance, terrain, obstructions, ground matter (i.e., granite), solar, EMP, and the 5G hype - all matters. Service will vary, and in some places, it will not exist at all. Bottom line is that 5G is not everywhere and it’s not all the hype says it is.
a. There are in fact three (3) different 5G services. The lowest capacity/frequency is what you’re seeing now, and it is realistically no better that 4G LTE at this point. The perception of 5G sells phones, but it is not a solution to home needs, speed/capacity, and cost. The highest frequency 5G (and capacity) only travels about 1000 ft. (that’s FEET). You need a transmitter on every utility pole – if they exist in your area and that is a long way off in rural America (see #1). For more specific, it’s out there but here is one link - https://www.cablefree.net/wirelesstechnology/4glte/5g-frequency-bands-lte/
General Q&A