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Broadband Internet is on the Way!
Construction of the new high speed Internet network is expected to start in mid-April with connections completed by July.  Even if you already subscribe to Axiom service, all 207-255-0679 before Memorial Day for free installation. 

Installation requests that come later could be subject to a minimum $300 fee.  Sign up now to ensure you receive a free installation even if you are not on the Island.  If you are considering an underground cable feed, please call early to plan the installation. 

If you don’t get through to Axiom right away, please leave a message and they will return your call.

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What's a Mesh Router

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Sometimes, slow internet isn’t because of the amount being delivered from your provider. It just isn’t being distributed well, within your house.

Most people have a single router which all devices share. Depending on your distance from the router and the construction of your house, your signal may diminish quickly.

A mesh router system, spreads the internet, within your house. It takes the signal from your existing router and sends it to small routers, throughout your house. The signal can be stronger and they also optimize the traffic activity. That can be important with numerous devices (computer, iPads, phones, TV and smart home devices) all competing for bandwidth.

You can check with your internet to see what they think of Mesh Routers.

Here’s some detail from PC world

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"Remember Me on This Computer ?"

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Your computer can remember a lot about you. And that can make it easier to log in to websites.

Sometimes that is OK and sometimes it might send information you don’t want to send. Or, if it is a shared computer - or you want to protect your identity if the computer is stolen - you may want to re-enter the log in information, every time. It can be a pain but, critical sites like banking, will keep you better protected.

Here’s some more info

What's an OOKLA

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Although the island internet can be slow - there have been cases where - the bandwidth being sent to you, loses strength - inside your house.

One way to check is with the free service OOKLA.

It will run on your computer but, if you install on your phone, you can test from different spots in your house. Might help to understand how the signal from your router can lose strength.

Check OOKLA

Virtual Travel

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As the world continues to change, more travel destinations are available virtually. With high speed internet, you can choose your path around a museum like the Smithsonian.

You can choose rooms from the floor plan and use directional keys. If you’re on an iPad, you can pinch/zoom and swipe your way around the room.

Click an arrow on the floor to move to a different part of a room.

Check it out

Cut the Cable Cord - its kinda easy

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Many people are moving to cut the “cord” from Satellite Cable TV. With buying just a few streaming services, you might lower your bill.

This will be one of the big benefits of high speed broadband. You can do this now, with your slower internet. But, when broadband arrives - you’ll be able to get high resolution 4K and much more !

In a simple description - you buy some subscriptions from streaming sources like Netflix or Disney (there are many) - then you log into them on your TV (or through a box hooked to your TV).

It’s not quite that simple but you probably have a friend that can help you.

And, for extra credit, you can install an Air TV Antenna (remember rabbit ears) - well local channels are free and in high definition. Inside antennas work pretty well and outside, even better.

This article covers many of the questions.

Millions of people are moving this way - that’s why you may see cable costs declining and “skinny” cable packages appearing - the competition is heating up !