Unite Private Networks (UPN) announced a long-term
business relationship with the Iowa Communications Network (ICN) to help increase
broadband access to communities in Iowa by enhancing a state-wide fiber-optic
network.

 

 

UPN will connect at least 65 Iowa communities with
fiber-optic infrastructure. The connections will enhance high-speed Internet
access to over 170 end-user facilities located throughout the state. With the speed and
reliability of fiber-optics, Iowans will see educational enhancements, improved
technology opportunities, and increased economic development.

 

 

“UPN is pleased to be involved with this historic
milestone connecting Iowans with the ICN to further develop their state-wide
network. We are excited to be working with the entire ICN team on this unique
endeavor,” said Rob Oyler, chief marketing officer, UPN.

 

 

The opportunity for UPN was made possible through Iowa
Communications Network’s (ICN) federal broadband grant received in July 2010
through the Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP).

 

 

The project will enhance the ICN Network to a ten Gbps
backbone that will reach all 99 counties in Iowa. The middle-mile network
advancement will also provide one Gbps of symmetrical Ethernet connectivity to
education facilities, hospitals, libraries, public safety, workforce
development, and other Community Anchor Institutions throughout the state.

 

 

By Telecomlead.com Team
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