Month: March 2023

For fans of college basketball, the month of March brings some of the year’s most anticipated sporting events to the television. And here at FTC, we wanted to give lovers of TV series and movies a similarly rousing reason to look forward to March. So, we are pleased to announce that a big (and bargain-priced) event is on the horizon for FTC TV subscribers! Just what is this exciting attraction that local TV and movie lovers are sure to go mad for in March? Beginning at 6 a.m. on March 24 and running through 6 a.m. on March 27, programming...

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FTC offers across-the-board discounts on its service to those in the military and their families in our South Carolina service areas. Active-duty members of the military can receive a 10% discount on Internet, Voice, Security, and TV plus a 25% discount on Wireless. The offer also extends to those who have retired from the military. “We value our military personnel, their families and their service,” said Chip Chase, director of public relations for FTC. “Offering members of the military discounts on our services is one way we can show how much we, at FTC, care about our customers, our communities...

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The two best ways to extend Wi-Fi range in a home are to add a Wi-Fi range extender and additional router or to add a mesh network. Each solution has its own place, so it is crucial to understand the home’s needs and what factors might affect the range of the original router. Why Does Wi-Fi Not Reach a Room or Outdoor Space? Wi-Fi routers have a limited range, so it could be that the device is simply too far from the router. But if the router's range varies in different directions, it is likely that a wall or large...

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Most modern homes require a minimum internet download speed of 25 Mbps. That is only a bare minimum, however, and homes with more people, devices and consumption will require faster internet download speeds to meet their demands without interruptions. Today, the median fixed broadband internet download speed is 195.31 Mbps, according to Speedtest.net, which is more than enough to handle the average internet demands of most households. Why Do I Need Faster Internet? Most people encounter the need for faster internet when their internet use stretches beyond online browsing and email. Such use can include streaming media, video calls for...

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