GoNetspeed today announced that the City of Meriden now has access to GoNetspeed’s fiber network, providing residents and businesses throughout the community with high-speed fiber internet. Through GoNetspeed’s fully funded $8.8 million investment, more than 15,000 homes and businesses will soon have the opportunity to tap into 100% fiber internet with access to multi-gigabit speeds.

“We are thrilled to officially begin connecting customers to our network serving the City of Meriden. With access to GoNetspeed’s future-proof network, Meriden is launched into a new era of reliable internet access,” said Tom Perrone, GoNetspeed Chief Operations Officer. “GoNetspeed’s service will allow residents to experience better speeds, pricing, and customer service all while actually enjoying their internet experience. We look forward to connecting more residents and businesses to 100% fiber internet as construction progresses throughout the city.”

As construction expands throughout Meriden, more customers will be eligible for service installation, with construction expected to be complete by fall of 2024. Upon the completion of the network, thousands will have access to GoNetspeed’s symmetrical fiber internet speeds, allowing customers to upload just as fast as they can download. Residents and businesses interested may visit gonetspeed.com to sign up for priority installation once service is available in their area.

Fiber-optic internet equips communities with cutting-edge internet service, fostering community growth, competition, and economic development. With access to 100% fiber internet, Meriden will be powered by faster speeds and better reliability, positioning the community for a successful future online.

With a legacy of innovation and a commitment to customer service, GoNetspeed is excited to accelerate the expansion of fiber networks throughout nine states, including Connecticut. GoNetspeed continues to deliver more fiber, more access, more speed, and better reliability to residents and businesses throughout our footprint. With access to 100% fiber internet, customers have access to symmetrical upload and download speeds, ranging from 250 Mbps to 2 Gbps (1,000 Mbps). Learn more about GoNetspeed at gonetspeed.com.

About GoNetspeed:

GoNetspeed, a high-speed 100% fiber internet provider serving residential and business customers in Maine, Alabama, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Missouri, New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont, and West Virginia, formed a partnership with Oak Hill Capital (“Oak Hill”) in January 2021, allowing GoNetspeed to accelerate the expansion of its fiber network throughout the Northeastern U.S. Adding thousands of new service areas every year, GoNetspeed is one of the largest independent internet providers in the east. For more information about GoNetspeed, or to inquire about service in your residence, business or community, visit gonetspeed.com.

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