Office of Broadband Programs

The Office of Broadband Programs (OBP) is responsible for Countywide broadband governance, planning, implementation, and operations; encouraging broadband related economic development; and enabling digital equity initiatives. Learn more... | OBP News & Updates

Fibernet

FiberNet is Montgomery County’s flagship fiber-optic communications network. FiberNet is the backbone infrastructure to enable delivery of communications services for all County agencies. Click here to learn more about FiberNet

Community Engagement

EngageMontgomery provides management of the County's cable tv station and facilitates resident, business and community engagement through an array of technicals solutions and efforts. To learn more about Community Engagement click here.

Digital Equity

Digital Equity is a condition in which all individuals and communities have the information technology capacity needed for full participation in our society, democracy and econom. To learn more about Digital Equity click here.

County Cable Montgomery

County Cable Montgomery, the County's government TV station, provides the public with information about government services, operations and events. Learn more about County Cable Montgomery

ultraMontgomery

ultraMontgomery supports cost-effective, competitive access to robust, reliable and secure broadband services and ultra-high speed networks for businesses. Learn more about ultraMontgomery

Community Technology

Community Technology negotiates compensation for use of public rights-of-ways in Montgomery County by cable television providers and enforces obligations in cable franchise agreements, including providing consumer assistance with cable issues and complaints.Learn more about about Community Technology

Office of Broadband Programs News & Updates

Montgomery County released the Rural Broadband Report

Montgomery County released the Rural Broadband Report and is requesting that rural residents and businesses contact OBP to request cable and broadband service from Comcast and Verizon, or to sign up for the new SpaceX Starlink satellite service read more...

Senior Planet Montgomery Free Online Classes for Seniors Jan. 25-29

Senior Planet Montgomery, a technology training program designed for County learners 60 and older, is offering free online classes that focus on how to thrive at home. Classes, which are offered live via video conference, enhance a wide variety of life skills. Classes Jan. 25-29 will include Programmable Smart Thermostats and Food Delivery Applications. read more...

‘What’s Happening MoCo’ Podcast Helps Residents Learn More About Montgomery County

Montgomery County residents can learn more about the programs, events and people in their County through the podcast “What’s Happening MoCo.” In past episodes, the podcast, which is hosted by Derrick Kenny, has addressed important subjects while introducing residents to County government leaders, employees and resources. read more...

Ten Montgomery County Public Libraries Offer Free Outdoor Public Wi-Fi

Montgomery County has leveraged federal COVID-19 funding to install outdoor public Wi-Fi at 10 Public Library (MCPL) locations: Aspen Hill, Davis (N. Bethesda), Gaithersburg, Germantown, Maggie Nightingale (Poolesville), Marilyn Praisner (Burtonsville), Rockville Memorial, Twinbrook, Wheaton, and White Oak branches; and in front of the Silver Spring Civic Building at Veterans Plaza. read more...

Montgomery Connects

Montgomery County wants every household and family in Montgomery County to be connected to the Internet for school, work, daily living and social interaction. “Montgomery Connects” is a new program to help achieve that goal. If you are a low income family and you would like help enrolling in a low cost Internet program, please click "Low Cost Internet."

Internet Sign-up

Working Remotely?
Find Free WiFi

Find a Montgomery County government provisioned wirelesss hotspot to support your success. Visit the wireless hotspot map for more info.

Satisfied with your Broadband?
Visit Check Speed Montgomery the County's Broadband Survey.

The Montgomery County Speed Test, www.checkspeedmontgomery.com, was built to solve the problem of a lack of transparency and accountability for ISPs. By bringing this application to Montgomery County, the County gains a tool for measuring Internet speed and quality, empowering residents and elected officials to quantify what is currently only speculation.

Take the survey

Not Happy with Your Cable?
File a Complaint

If you have challenges with your cable service, billing, installation or have concerns, contact your Office of Community Technology by calling 311 or completing this online complaint form..

Where are the Wireless Facilities in Montgomery County Located?
Check out this map to find out
For more information about Wireless Facilities in the County visit the Wireless Facilities website.