(@elforesto) Netflix will launch a streaming-only service (w00t!) but only outside the US (WHAAA?). http://is.gd/4y8qI #freeutopia # (@elforesto) Developing countries being left behind by expensive bandwidth. http://is.gd/4y8tZ #freeutopia # (@elforesto) Wisconsin latest state to realize it got taken for a ride on statewide franchises. http://is.gd/4CDaz #freeutopia # (@elforesto) Goodbye (and… Continue reading
Hey Frontier? Remember how a Comcast contractor got that company some very unwanted public attention for screwing up installs? That means that your guys should try and avoid to do the same thing. I’ve gotten a report that several UTOPIA customers in Tremonton recently had their ATA for phone service… Continue reading
I just got word that several witnesses have spotted Comcast salespeople stealing UTOPIA yard signs in Brigham City. Undoubtedly Comcast will try and distance themselves from the actions of their employees. Some of their contractors have already gone so far as to disconnect their competitors’ service to drive sales, so… Continue reading
(@elforesto) Some Democrats join Republicans in criticizing net neutrality. http://is.gd/4ojSQ #freeutopia # (@elforesto) Is a PC worthless without an Internet connection? (Uh, yeah, pretty much.) http://is.gd/4ojQY #freeutopia # (@elforesto) Wiring anchor institutions could help push a national broadband network. http://is.gd/4ojUF #freeutopia # (@elforesto) AT&T uses lack of regulation to jack… Continue reading
Geoff Daily recently took BTOP out to the woodshed over its glacial pace, poor oversight, and severe underfunding. Today, I got some personal confirmation that BTOP is likely entirely broken and won’t accomplish much, at least not on this first round. Way back on September 17, I sent the following… Continue reading
(@elforesto) Copyright holders making 150x more from piracy than legit sales. http://is.gd/4ehAH #freeutopia # (@elforesto) Verizon customer crafts their own contract, gets charged a fortune anyway. http://is.gd/4fv7t #freeutopia # (@elforesto) Charter won't run service, yet it also lobbies to keep you from building a network. http://is.gd/4hI78 #freeutopia # (@elforesto) Blockbuster… Continue reading
(@elforesto) Vonage app hits iPhones and Blackberries. http://is.gd/3YCcf #freeutopia # (@elforesto) Fairpoint's impending bankruptcy attracts attention from Windstream. http://is.gd/3ZlVj #freeutopia # (@elforesto) First broadband grants out in CA, IN, NC, VT. http://is.gd/3ZlWE #freeutopia # (@elforesto) Fiber pioneers get Nobel prize. http://is.gd/40xbt #freeutopia # (@elforesto) WinMo app store opens with 246… Continue reading
I’m sure that some of you have noticed that the website has been less than reliable these last few weeks and I’m sure you’re curious as to why. Well, the short answer is that some jerk has been flooding the server with requests effectively launching a denial of service attack…. Continue reading
Residents of Brigham City, the wait is apparently over. UTOPIA is holding a groundbreaking ceremony on Saturday October 10th from 11AM to 2PM to close up registration for service and finalize construction timelines. The ceremony will be held in Pioneer Park at Forest St. and 600 W. If you’re interested… Continue reading
From reviewing the list of stimulus applicants, you’d think Qwest decided not to partake in the feeding frenzy. Think again. Instead of applying directly, Qwest chose to allow an intermediary to make the application, an intermediary that would then spend the money on Qwest infrastructure and services. I’m referring to… Continue reading