Growing the Digital Economy

Business tenants frequently have 2 or more broadband service providers. Business tenants, managers, owners and developers benefit by having more information about availability of diverse fiber routes and service options, data center connectivity, and building design and connectivity best practices to get the best broadband connectivity within office spaces.

• Senior Planet Montgomery

  In 2016, ultraMontgomery partnered with Older Adults Technology Services to bring their award winning technology instructional program - Senior Planet - to Montgomery County. Senior Planet Montgomery’s digital technology classes and lectures are offered through Montgomery County Public libraries, senior centers, and other community partners. The courses are offered free of charge to those age 60 and up, and cover a range of topics including technology basic skills, online shopping, health and wellness, social engagement, and entrepreneurship.

  To learn more about the program, click here.

• Expanding Public Wi-Fi

  The County’s Office of Broadband Programs is adding or upgrading wireless access point (AP) equipment at FiberNet locations that will enable free public wifi at public facilities.