broadband in a box blog

2010-02-20T14:59:00.000-08:00

The amazing Luisa Handem, from RuMBA, had me back on her "Rural America Radio" show this afternoon. I invited our technology and retail partner, SkyWay USA's CSO, Don Smith to join us and we had a wonderful conversation though it went by much too fast for me.I seriously could have discussed this topic, especially the second round of ARRA funding and the difficulties in connecting this county's

EchoStar Offers Satellite Communications for Haiti Relief Agencies

2010-01-19T06:21:00.000-08:00

January 19, 2010 EchoStar News AdvisoryJan. 19, 2010EchoStar Offers Satellite Communications for Haiti Relief Agencies EchoStar Satellite Services L.L.C., a wholly owned subsidiary of EchoStar Corporation (Nasdaq: SATS) and provider of satellite-related backhaul, aggregation and distribution of video, audio and data domestically and internationally, is donating satellite

Broadband Stimulus Still Overlooks 40M Households

2009-12-16T16:02:00.000-08:00

So, by reading this report, are they saying there are 40M homes NOT passed by terrestrial broadband? After speaking with many service providers, P.U.C.s and other organizations in the CONUS, nobody really seems to know. What we all do know is, there are a lot of folks stuck on dial-up who need help here. Please call us to see how easy it is to add Broadband in a Box to your current high speed

NOW AVAILABLE: SkyFinder AZ/EL Tool

2009-11-23T07:55:00.000-08:00

For figuring out the Azimuth/Elevation (Az/El) for your customers, please go to: http://skyfinder.swmodem.com You will need to choose "AMC-15" from the drop-down menu and enter the Zip Code for the property that the dish is being installed. If there is an obstacle in the path, it also has a handy "Height Tool" to help out. Regards, Thomas WilliamVice President of Partner

Telephony Online article on our Solution (Sept. 2009)

2009-09-15T11:45:00.000-07:00

We received a write-up from our good friend, Ed Gubbins at Telephony Magazine regarding our 1st CLEC deployment in West Virginia.This time on their fantastic web site, check it out: Broadband in a Box wins first CLECFor those readers who are link-challenged, I've created a photo of it which you can click on and read it up above^.Thanks for Everything you all!Regards,Thomas WilliamVice President

2009-09-15T10:55:00.000-07:00

Speaking of that fine Telephony Online article, Broadband in a Box wins first CLEC:It was just chosen as the Smart Brief Editors Pick of the Day!A hearty congrats goes out to Ed Gubbins and the fine folks at FiberNet for making things happen and taking names in this 'depressed economy!Regards,Thomas-800-761-9149 office502-263-9879 mobiletomw@bbinabox.comwww.bbinabox.com

I have supported 15 year olds and 75 year olds installing our system!

2009-07-27T08:13:00.001-07:00

# # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # # If you can't already tell, I love my job and this is the favorite part of it. I have worked with 1,000's of people in your exact position today. From 15 years old high school drama students, to 68 year old grandmothers, to 75 year old ex-marines

AT&T: FCC Must Fix Universal Service Fund

2009-06-17T08:34:00.000-07:00

Telco Said Commission Needs To Address USF Before Focusing On National Broadband PlanJohn Eggerton -- Multichannel News, 6/15/2009 11:29:22 AM MT AT&T says that the Federal Communications Commission cannot get serious about a national broadband plan until it fixes the Universal Service

Telephony Magazine article on our Solution (June 2009)

2009-06-09T07:51:00.001-07:00

RE: Telephony Magazine article on our Solution (June 2009)

2009-06-09T07:47:00.000-07:00

I am proud to say that we had an article published in this month's Telephony Magazine, (page 20). I have attached a photo I made from a fax a good friend sent to me yesterday. I believe now is the best time to get involved. We are working with Telco's in 27 states on field tests prior to their signing our agreement. We are available to do the same with your rural customers. One email to

The Failure of 3G Hurts Apple and Its Competition

2009-05-11T08:45:00.000-07:00

By 24/7 Wall St. Monday, May. 11, 2009 A poster touting applications available for Apple's iPhone and iPod touch hangs from a metal support at the Macworld Conference and Expo in San Francisco. Apple says it has 25,000 apps in its app store and there's one for "just about anything."

GPRS/EDGE hybrid Satellite modem UPDATE: 5/2/2009

2009-05-02T16:02:00.000-07:00

We recently tested our new GPRS/EDGE hybrid Satellite modem and saw consistent 80Kbps uploads (AT&T) and 170Kbps uploads (T-Mobile) with consistent 1.1+ Mbps downloads (AMC-15/EchoStar Fixed Satellite Corp.)One test conducted = requesting a 100Mb fileSatellite received: 106976 kBGPRS/EDGE received: 46 kBGPRS/EDGE sent: 153 kBThe AT&T signal had t only 2 bars. The T-Mobile was at 5 (do you hear

Concept of the geostationary communications satellite

2009-04-08T12:59:00.000-07:00

Have you ever wondered how satellite communications got its start? Thanks to Wikipedia, we have the story. Also, please download the companion piece written by Arthur C. Clarke, the father of satellite Technology - HERE. (Special thanks to the Clarke Foundation)From Wikipedia Geostationary orbit Main article: Geostationary orbit Clarke's most important scientific contribution may be his

WildBlue Completes Agreement to Lease Ka-band Capacity From EchoStar

2009-04-03T23:44:00.000-07:00

By: PR Newswire Mar. 26, 2009 11:52 AM addthis_pub = 'syscon'; Additional Capacity Will Allow WildBlue to Serve More Customers In High-Demand Rural Areas in U.S. through 2009 and Beyond.DENVER, March 26 /PRNewswire/ -- WildBlue and EchoStar Satellite Services, a division of EchoStar Corporation (Nasdaq: SATS) today announced that the two companies have completed an agreement for WildBlue to

Avail Media scoops up IP-Prime customers

2009-04-03T14:45:00.001-07:00

March 29, 2009 — 11:47pm ET | By Dan O'Shea Related Stories EchoStar chases IP-Prime customersAvail Media reports strong growthIP-Prime's fall raises further questionsNational Rural Telecommunications Cooperative's Forrer: IP-Prime to go prime time Last week, EchoStar made overtures to

What's in the Box?

2009-03-19T10:49:00.001-07:00

Applying for Broadband Grants through RUS

2009-03-17T16:44:00.000-07:00

Created by Anna M. Gould (EDUCAUSE) on March 12, 2009 Yesterday’s blog focused on the broadband grant process at the Department of Commerce’s NTIA program. Today we take a look at the Department of Agriculture’s Rural Utilities Service (RUS) program. It should be noted that both departments issued a joint request for information and notice of public meetings, which will allow the public to

Applying for Broadband Grants Through the NTIA

2009-03-17T16:36:00.000-07:00

Created by Anna M. Gould (EDUCAUSE) on March 11, 2009 The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act’s Broadband Initiative allows two entities to distribute broadband funding: the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Utilities Service (RUS) program and the U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). This post will look at the basics for

BirDog Tuner Discussion

2009-03-02T07:35:00.000-08:00

I just joined SatelliteGuys.US because there are a ton of passionate folks discussing our solution there. One of the first threads that I jumped into is: SkywayUSA and Birdog

Skyway builds distribution network in North America

2009-02-26T10:53:00.000-08:00

Friday, February 13, 2009 Business First of Louisville - by Sarah Jeffords Pister Staff Writer Even in the midst of an economic downturn, officials with Skyway USA LLC have signed new distribution agreements that will take the company’s satellite Internet service to international customers. Skyway offers a self-installed satellite product

A resurgence in dial-up connectivity

2009-02-18T11:39:00.000-08:00

USTelecom dailyLead | 02/18/2009 Dial-up Internet access may be experiencing a resurgence among those looking to tighten their belts. EarthLink recently began offering dial-up service for less than $8 per month, $2 less than most of its broadband-selling rivals. Washington Post, The (02/17)

1,000's of Satisfied Customers (Testimonials)

2009-02-17T11:09:00.000-08:00

1,000's of Satisfied Customers Customer Testimonials Your's Can Be Next! "I want to thank you for directing me to SkyWay USA High Speed Internet service for our lake house. The technical and support staff did a great job of walking me through the setup and went above and beyond to help me install a wireless router. I have been

VuNow

2009-02-05T06:40:00.000-08:00

We have been testing the VuNow box since late last year. All I can tell you is this in one incredible little set-top box/broadband video provider. No computer is needed!I am happy to say, my testimonial is now on their site. I feel very honored to be among the first to test out this little gang buster. See my testimonial here.VuNow™ Features Verismo's VuNow is the only solution that provides

News For Today

2009-02-05T06:33:00.001-08:00

I added our solution to an old blog post from 2006 at VSatUS.blogspot.com. The author nails a lot of the hurdles customers have to overcome to get reliable broadband.Regards,Thomas WilliamVice President of Partner SolutionsBroadband in a Box1302 Clear Springs TraceLouisville Kentucky 40223Direct: (502) 426.2067Toll Free: (800) 761.9149Cell: (502)

Technology Clothing Store into Booming Online Success

2009-01-19T06:25:00.000-08:00

This is just the tip of the iceberg.Thomas William Vice President of Partner Solutions Broadband in a Box 1302 Clear Springs Trace Louisville Kentucky 40223 Direct: (502) 426.2067 Toll Free: (800) 761.9149 Cell: (502) 263.9879 Fax: (502) 515.3710 Email: tomw@bbinabox.com Download: www.bbinabox.com/docs Blog:

Economic stimulus package: $6 billion for broadband

2009-01-16T11:30:00.000-08:00

January 16, 2009 — 12:27am ET | By Doug Mohney Related Stories Blair Levin illuminates Obama broadband policy, TIGRMore predictions for Obama broadband, telecommunications policiesObama commits to broadband investmentTelecom awaits President Obama Tools yahooBuzzArticleHeadline = "Economic+stimulus+package%

Email In: Another Future Satisfied Partner

2009-01-05T10:20:00.000-08:00

I just recieved this email from an ISP in Florida/Georgia who evaluated our services. What a great way to start the New Year!!! Call us today to order your RISK-FREE, No obligation Evaluation unit and see for yourself.Happy New Year.Sincerely,Thomas WilliamVice President of Partner SolutionsBroadband in a Box1302 Clear Springs TraceLouisville Kentucky 40223Direct: (502) 426.2067Toll Free: (800)

Internet Providers Move to Shape Broadband Push

2008-12-30T12:24:00.000-08:00

By AMOL SHARMAPresident-elect Barack Obama's call to improve the nation's broadband infrastructure has cable and phone company lobbyists maneuvering to get a leg up. Lawmakers in Congress want a plan that will create jobs over the next two to three years while also tackling the longer-term goal of improving the availability and quality of high-speed Web access in the U.S. The U.S. has slipped

Happy Holidays Everybody from Broadband in a Box

2008-12-21T14:50:00.000-08:00

Here's to a New Year filled with happiness for your family from ours!

SES AMERICOM to Cease its IP-PRIME IPTV Service by mid-2009

2008-12-16T09:44:00.000-08:00

Wow, big news from SES here. We have been watching the movement between IP-prime/NRTC and VIPTV over the past few years and see this as a very interesting time for rural providers. While IPTV hits a few road bumps, our rural broadband solution will help you retain your current subscribers from churning to another provider. Call us today and offer at least a double play to them TODAY!Happy

USDA/RUS Traditional Telecom Loan Program Approval

2008-12-12T08:14:00.000-08:00

Broadband in a Box's access equipment is now USDA approved through the RUS Traditional Telecom Loan Program. These funds can now be used to deploy our hybrid PSTN/Rural broadband access equipment in rural communities with populations under 5,000 people.We are working with incumbents throughout the CON-USto help deliver broadband to those rural communities that fall outside of your DSL, FTTH and

The Top 500 Worst Passwords of All Time

2008-11-30T16:26:00.000-08:00

The Top 500 Worst Passwords of All TimeNovember 30th, 2008 by admin in News, Password InfoFrom the moment people started using passwords, it didn’t take long to realize how many people picked the very same passwords over and over. Even the way people misspell words is consistent. In fact, people are so predictable that most hackers make use of lists of common passwords just like these. To give

To our non-USA readers: Broadband/IPTV Questions

2008-11-19T11:58:00.000-08:00

Out of town Friends,As a former Online ShoutCast Radio provider (500,000 unique sessions from 1999 to 2004) I have had my eyes and ears on the development of IPTV. I've watched how the cost of online digital distribution of multimedia content have progressed over the past 4 years. Now that IPTV has started to rear its wonderful head here in the US (see VIPTV, IP-Prime, Sky Angels, P2P, BT and all

EchoStar Pitches Telco TV Package

2008-11-18T06:17:00.000-08:00

This is exactly what our partners need to provide triple play to 100% of their customers and beyond!Thomas WilliamVice President of Partner SolutionsBroadband in a Box1302 Clear Springs TraceLouisville Kentucky 40223Direct: (502) 426.2067Toll Free: (800) 761.9149Cell: (502) 263.9879Fax: (502) 515.3710Email: tomw@bbinabox.comDownload:

Broadband Data Improvement Act Passes Senate, House

2008-11-13T14:02:00.001-08:00

I finally read the Act and see it as a step in the right direction. # # # # # # # # # # # #Broadband Data Improvement Act Passes Senate, House. A.K.A. Finding Out Why the US is Falling Further and Further Behind.By saschaCreated 2008-09-30 15:01In a major win for the public interest, the Broadband Data Improvement Act passed the Senate (on September

National Installation and Fulfillment

2008-11-12T08:00:00.000-08:00