Connected Nation moves forward in Minnesota, Nevada, Texas, Ohio | Speed Matters – Internet Speed Test

Connected Nation continues to expand its broadband initiatives in multiple states, as part of its mission to stimulate deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet to all Americans.

And in Madison County, Ohio, Connect Ohio is bringing the message of broadband to the 47% of the county, that according to their consumer surveys, say they don't see any benefits from broadband. According to Connect Ohio surveys, only 9% of households in this rural community are without a computer, yet 50% do not subscribe to broadband.

A recent article in Madison County's local paper, The Madison Press, highlights the many benefits of broadband for residents of rural Madison County. With high speed broadband, residents would be able to make full use of the Madison Country Sheriff Department's robust web site, a service that allows residents leaving for vacation to register their homes online for inclusion in safety patrols while they're away...