Tech leader's sizable investment will bring
Xfinity, Comcast Business and NOW services to parts of Camden County.
KINGSLAND, Ga., Jan. 14,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A new and powerful Internet
network is now online in parts of Camden
County, connecting communities to high-speed, reliable
Internet. Thousands of homes and businesses in the city
of Kingsland and surrounding areas can now access Xfinity,
Comcast Business and NOW services. Comcast invested $7 million to make this technology infrastructure
project possible.
"Access to advanced Internet and telecommunications services are
crucial to Kingsland's continued growth. We welcome Comcast's
investment in in our community," said Kingsland Mayor, Dr. C. Grayson Day, Jr. "This investment helps
Camden County's existing
businesses to grow and compete, and also will help attract new
residents and businesses, resulting in increased economic
development for Kingsland. Quality Internet is no longer a luxury,
but a necessity of modern life and business. Having a reliable
high-speed network is a tool that positively impacts our daily
lives."
The next-generation network gives Kingsland residents and
business owners access to reliable and fast Internet speeds that
outperform competitors — up to 1.2 gigabits per second (Gbps) for
residential customers and up to 100 Gbps for businesses.
"This represents a significant milestone in our community's
pursuit of cutting-edge telecommunications solutions," said City
Manager, Lee H. Spell. "As we usher
in Comcast's arrival, we embrace a future where high-speed Internet
and unparalleled telecommunication services are not just a luxury
but a fundamental necessity for our residents, businesses, and
institutions. In an era defined by connectivity, the importance of
robust Internet infrastructure cannot be overstated. With Comcast's
innovative offerings, Kingsland is poised to unlock boundless
opportunities for economic growth, educational advancement, and
enhanced quality of life"
"We're proud to invest in Kingsland and surrounding communities. With
the completion of our network build, there is now an array of
advanced Xfinity, NOW and Comcast Business services available for
everyone to enjoy," said Jeff
Buzzelli, Senior Vice President of Comcast's Florida Region.
"From fast Internet to home security, mobile services and
entertainment, residents and businesses in Kingsland now have a new and reliable
connectivity option in town. We can't wait for them to experience
it."
Powering Possibilities for Businesses
For local businesses, Comcast Business offers a broad suite of
technological solutions to keep businesses of all sizes ready for
what's next. With a range of offerings including connectivity,
secure networking, advanced cybersecurity, and unified
communications solutions, Comcast Business is partnering with
business and technology leaders across industries to help drive
businesses forward.
Powered by the nation's largest, fastest, reliable network, and
backed by 24/7 customer support, Comcast Business powers more small
businesses than any other U.S. provider and is one of the leading
service providers to enterprises. Comcast Business has been
consistently recognized for its growth, innovation, and leadership
in global secure networking.
Powered by Xfinity
Comcast's network and Internet experience are powering homes in
Kingsland today and into the
future with:
- Ultimate Capacity: Xfinity customers connect more
than 1 billion devices across the company's network annually. With
the next-generation Xfinity gateways we deliver the most advanced
WiFi technology carrying three times more bandwidth to power
streaming, gaming, videoconferencing, and more,
simultaneously.
- Fastest Internet: More than a third of Xfinity
Internet customers subscribe to gigabit speed products. Recently
Comcast connected the first customers in the world to a DOCSIS 4.0
connection, delivering symmetrical gig speeds over existing
connections in customers' homes with plans to continue to rollout
these speeds across the country over the coming years.
- Unprecedented Coverage: The latest Xfinity Gateway
provides a more reliable connection throughout the home. Customers
can get wall-to-wall WiFi coverage with a powerful WiFi Boost Pod
that extends coverage to hard-to-reach areas of the home.
- Most Reliable Connection: Comcast is scaling the
nation's largest and most reliable network that passes 63 million
homes and businesses and counting. The company launched Storm-Ready
WiFi, a new device that comes powered with cellular and battery
backup to help keep customers connected even when the power goes
out.
- Ultra-Low Latency: The Xfinity network and the
latest Xfinity Gateway are a powerful combination that deliver
ultra-low latency for those moments when response times matter most
like video games, a fast-growing category with Xfinity households
averaging more than one gaming console per home.
About Comcast Corporation
Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and
technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide,
to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach
hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide.
We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through
Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream
leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including
NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible
theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations
& Experiences. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more
information.
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