Evolution of Rural Broadband: Transforming Communities with High-Speed Internet

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Leading the way in communication services since 1903, Rural Broadband has evolved from offering dial-up services to providing high-speed DSL, cable modems, fiber optics, and gigabit speeds. With a focus on expanding internet access in rural areas, the company is committed to leveraging private partnerships and strategic investments to bridge the digital divide and enhance economic opportunities. Recognizing the importance of rural connectivity, Rural Broadband emphasizes the impact on education, healthcare, and economic development, highlighting the need for continued investment and support.

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Rural Broadband Frankie Rigdon VP Operations Jason Smith VP Business Development

114 Years ago Leaders in Communication since 1903 Internet Beginnings Dial-up provider offering 56K in 1996 High Speed DSL initially offering 768K & 1.5Mb in early 2000 Cable Modem initially offering 10Mb in 2006

Offerings More Internet than Telephone Cable Modems Hundreds of Megabits Fiber Optics ILEC ETC keeps Growing, Looking to Serve Gigabit (1000 Megabits) Speed Gilmer County CLEC Pickens County 1999 Fannin County 2004 TN License 2005 NC License 2014 - Continuing to Lead, Evolve and Serve

Where ETC is Going Growing Private Partnerships Providing wholesale services to commercial partners Community Fiber Optics Builds Crowd-Funding Approach {Market > Set Goals > Get Commitments > Launch when goal is met} Continued strategic investments Supporting technology evolution, demand and network reliability

Need & Opportunity Growing Demand 54% of Broadband customers subscribe to 40Mb/4 or More Why? Why? Broadband isn t used for just Internet Gap = Opportunity 88% of customers are at base speeds of 20/2 up to 150/20, (new Ignite Fiber ranging from 50Mb to 1Gig Synchronous) 6% of customers are at max speeds of 6Mb 5% of customers are at max speeds of 3Mb 1% of customers are at max speeds of 1.5Mb 12% of Broadband customers can only get 1.5Mb-6Mb

Investing in Rural is Important! Did You Know? Quality of Life Education/Distance Learning Healthcare/Telemedicine etc 7/2017 These examples, and more, lead to major economic impact in rural communities. Support Tech Talent Growth Remote Offices / Work Source: https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/2017/07/18/top-cities- tech-jobs-now-include-atlanta-and-toronto/484759001/

Desire to Serve Need help Bridge Gap Incentives Funds needed to bridge gap for ROI buildouts Similar to how USF (Universal Service Fund) drives voice - We are Willing and Ready to Serve -