BBT Secures $25 Million Investment to Expand High-Speed Internet Access
Big Bend Telephone Company Secures $25 Million Investment to Expand High-Speed Internet Access November 7th, 2023 Alpine, TX — Big Bend Telephone Company, Inc. (BBT) has reached a significant milestone in its mission to connect rural communities to high-speed internet services. The company has successfully secured a substantial $25,000,000 investment from the United States Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, in collaboration with a BBT capital contribution of $1,591,341, totaling $26,591,341. This substantial investment paves
Alpine Volunteer Fire Department awarded $4,100 grant from the Foundation for Rural Service, in partnership with BBT
Alpine Volunteer Fire Department awarded $4,100 grant from the Foundation for Rural Service, in partnership with BBT November 2023 Big news! We're thrilled to share that the Alpine Volunteer Fire Department has been awarded a $4,100 grant from the Foundation for Rural Service (FRS), in partnership with our very own Big Bend Telephone Company, an NTCA member. This grant will enable them to purchase essential safety equipment. With this support, the Alpine Volunteer Fire Department
Make your TV a Smart TV with BBT Fiber
Did you know that virtually every HDTV can be a Smart TV? With a Roku streaming device, you can transform your regular HDTV into a Smart TV, giving you access to a world of streaming content, apps, and more. It's the perfect addition to elevate your sports & entertainment experience, and we're excited to offer a FREE Roku streaming device with your new service activation! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to upgrade your
Connecting Communities: BBT’s Commitment to Local Support
BBT's Commitment to Local Support At BBT, our commitment to connectivity goes hand in hand with our dedication to local support. BBT actively engages in community events, supports local initiatives, and sponsors projects that bring our neighbors closer together. One such event is our annual "Keep it on the Download" Golf Tournament, held in August. This event brings together not just avid golfers but the entire community, all for a worthy cause. This year, our
Next-Gen Licensed Fixed Wireless is Getting an Upgrade!
Next-Gen licensed fixed wireless internet service uses a network of wireless towers to transmit data directly to homes and businesses, rather than relying on traditional wired connections. This technology is rapidly advancing, with newer systems using advanced antenna technology and beamforming to provide faster and more reliable internet speeds than ever before. BBT and other Next-Gen licensed fixed wireless internet providers are even using 5G technology to provide even faster and more responsive internet connectivity.
How Does Fiber Transmit Light?
Fiber broadband is an advanced internet connection technology that utilizes fiber optic cables to transmit data at incredibly high speeds. Unlike traditional broadband connections that use copper wires, fiber broadband relies on thin strands of glass or plastic fibers to transmit data using pulses of light. Here's a simplified explanation of how fiber broadband works: Data Transmission: When you send or receive data, such as loading a website or streaming a video,
