Armstrong Launches 10G Internet Service

MEDINA, OH - Armstrong recently hosted a 10G Network Expo at Medina Country Club to announce the launching of 10 gigabit internet service in Medina, Ohio. Industry leaders from health care, higher education and technology, as well as elected officials and small business owners attended the event – which included a panel presentation on the new technology and demo.

When asked about the importance of Armstrong’s investment in new technologies, President Jeff Ross stated, “Access to high-speed, affordable and reliable internet creates a lasting social impact on the communities in which we serve. One thing that the pandemic taught us is how important broadband is. What used to be an amenity-type service, has now become part of the fabric of our lives."

Armstrong Invests in the Future for Customers and Communities

Medina will be one of the first cities in the country with access to a 10G network, and while business customers previously have had connectivity to multi-gigabit speed, it will be the first time for residential customers. The revolutionary 10G fiber broadband network positions Medina as one of Ohio’s most cutting-edge communities. Armstrong, long recognized as one of the leading internet service providers (ISPs) in the nation, fully funded the construction through part of its ongoing $200 million-dollar network enhancement investment.

Only a small handful of homes and businesses in the world have multi-gigabit fiber available today. Armstrong General Manager Mike Bricker said, “Armstrong has continuously provided Medina, OH with the highest quality broadband services for over 20 years. Now we’re leading the way into the 10 gigabit and beyond future.”

High-Speed Internet Brings Value and Growth to Local Institutions

While the 10G technology is an exciting new benefit to residential customers, its impact will be substantial for local businesses, health care facilities, high-education institutions and more. Armstrong has invested private funds to increase service, spurring economic growth, and providing customers with state-of-the art upgrades.

?“We are building the network of the future to help foster additional growth and economic development for the area,” said Armstrong’s Chief Technology Officer Mike Giobbi “Communities are faced with a variety of choices when trying to bridge the digital divide. Armstrong is building state-of-the-art technical infrastructure without the use of public funds. Our future-proofed network has proven valuable to the municipalities we partner with, and we are proud to provide this level of service.”

During the event, Armstrong showcased a live connection to the network, featuring demonstrations of eSports gaming, virtual reality, holograms, telehealth concepts and other applications that will require accelerated increases in bandwidth to homes and businesses. “The difference was stunning,” said Jeff Leget, Vice-President of Infrastructure Operations, CableLabs, “Armstrong has been a technology leader in the industry for many years and recognizes how critical on-going investment is to meeting customer’s needs.”

Ashland University’s Head eSports coach, Alec Mueller reiterated how important high speed internet is for their highly competitive and growing eSports program stating, “Gamers require the fastest, most reliable network connections possible these days. This is the kind of network the gaming community needs for a limitless future.”

Innovative and Accessible

Armstrong is completing construction efforts throughout its service area in Medina County with customers constantly being connected to the unmatched fiber network as neighborhood buildouts are finished.