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Bring the Sounds of the Sea to Your Home
The Bush Point Hydrophone Project supported by Whidbey Telecom Imagine being able to tune in to the mysterious world beneath the waves without leaving your home! The Orca Network makes this possible thanks to their hosted Bush Point hydrophone. This hydrophone system allows you to tune in from anywhere with an internet connection! This unique opportunity allows you to hear …
Why You Need Fiber Internet
In today’s rapidly evolving world, the necessity of a robust and reliable internet connection cannot be overstated. With your home now serving as the office, the classroom, the movie theater, and even the medical clinic, fiber is the best internet solution to meet your household’s dynamic needs. Fiber internet gives you unlimited bandwidth, unmatched reliability, and symmetrical uploads and downloads that other broadband solutions simply cannot match.
Whidbey Telecom Recognized as a Smart Rural Community Showcase Award Winner
Whidbey Telecom Honored with 2024 NTCA Smart Rural Community (SRC) Showcase Award Whidbey Telecom is proud to announce that it has been honored with the prestigious NTCA Smart Rural Community (SRC) Showcase Award for 2024. This national recognition highlights Whidbey Telecom’s innovative and collaborative efforts within the local community. NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association announced the …
Why You Need More Than 1 Gbps Broadband
Do you love streaming movies, playing games, video chatting, and working from home? Do you have multiple devices connected to the internet at the same time? Do you want to enjoy the best online experience without any lag, buffering, or interruptions? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you need more than 1 Gbps broadband!
What Is Multi-Gig Internet and Do You Need It?
Multi-gig internet is the fastest residential internet service you can currently get. Speeds as fast as 2, 5, and 10 Gbps may seem wholly unnecessary for most homes and businesses today, but the need is coming faster than you think.
What Tech Items to Pack for Vacation
Vacations are a great way to relax, explore new places, and have fun. But they can also be stressful if you forget to pack something important, especially when it comes to tech items. That’s why we’ve created this guide to help you decide what tech items to pack for vacation. We’ll cover the essentials, the nice-to-haves, and the extras that can make your trip more enjoyable.
