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How Buying Used Network Hardware Can Save Costs for Rural Broadband ExpansionsISPs In America’s Breadbasket Should Get Their Bread!

Many governments and private organizations have undertaken initiatives to expand rural broadband. Buying used network hardware can be an effective way to reduce costs for rural broadband expansions. It can be a more affordable alternative to purchasing new equipment.

Expanding rural broadband access is an ongoing challenge in many parts of the United States. Rural areas often lack the population density and infrastructure needed to support high-speed internet services, leaving many residents without access to the digital tools and resources that are essential for participating in the modern economy.

To address this challenge, many governments and private organizations have undertaken initiatives to expand rural broadband. These initiatives may include deploying new infrastructure, such as fiber optic cables and wireless networks, and expanding existing networks.

In addition to funding from the American Rescue Plan Act, other sources of funding for rural broadband expansion include grants from government agencies, investment from private companies, and public-private partnerships.

Rural broadband deployment is expected to significantly impact the lives of residents in underserved communities. With high-speed internet access, rural residents can participate in online education, telemedicine, and remote work, among other services. In addition, expanding broadband access can also help to spur economic growth and create new job opportunities in rural areas.

 

Van Buren County in Michigan is taking advantage of the funding provided by the American Rescue Plan Act to expand broadband access in rural areas. The county is committing $4.5 million from its allocation to support the deployment of broadband infrastructure and provide high-speed internet access to businesses and households in need. This allocation will target communities without adequate internet speeds, defined as 100/20 megabits per second or higher. The funding will be used in combination with other grants and matching funds from the state's Realizing Opportunities with Broadband Infrastructure Networks program to support the goal of closing the digital divide and ensuring all residents have access to high-speed internet.
Full Story: The Herald-Palladium (St. Joseph, Mich.)

 

Despite ongoing efforts to expand rural broadband, significant challenges remain. These include the prohibitive cost of deploying infrastructure in sparsely populated areas, the lack of available capital and investment, and the difficulty of reaching remote or hard-to-serve areas.

Buying used network hardware can help to save costs for rural broadband expansions by providing a more affordable alternative to purchasing new equipment. This can be especially beneficial in rural areas, where the cost of deploying broadband infrastructure can be higher due to the lower population density and lack of existing infrastructure.

By purchasing used equipment, rural broadband providers can save money on the cost of the hardware itself, as well as the costs associated with shipping, installation, and maintenance. It is important to ensure that the equipment is still in good working condition, best done via testing and certification by a reputable vendor who backs the hardware with a warranty.

Overall, buying used network hardware can be an effective way to reduce costs for rural broadband expansions, helping to make high-speed internet access more accessible and affordable for rural residents.

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Michael Mital, Sr. Business Development Manager

February 17, 2023