Astound, a provider of internet, Wi-Fi, mobile, TV and fiber-optic solutions, has launched a fixed wireless network offering high-speed internet and Wi-Fi access to more than 26,000 homes in Davis, Calif., and nearby areas of Yolo and Placer counties. This is Astound’s first service offering in the Davis market and includes more than 2,000 homes in predominantly rural areas that have not had access to high-speed internet and Wi-Fi service, the company said.
In addition to Davis, internet and Wi-Fi with speeds up to 500 Mbps are now available to the communities of Penryn, Auburn, Newcastle, Lincoln, Granite Bay and Roseville. Astound engineered the fixed wireless network to overcome rural geography and poor legacy infrastructure in more urban areas, officials said.
The fixed-wireless offering is designed to support video conferencing, streaming, online learning, remote work and other digital experiences. Deployment can occur quickly by using existing towers or poles, the company said.
“Davis is a vibrant market, and this offering enables us to enter this community and others in Yolo and Placer counties by providing immediate access to fast and reliable connectivity at a strong value,” said Jared Sonne, SVP and general manager for Astound West Region. “Fixed wireless offerings are ideal for areas in Northern California, whether growing suburbs or rural towns, which have long endured lack of choice and slow connectivity speeds. Here and throughout the West Coast, our goal is to deliver a dependable service that supports remote work, online learning, telehealth, and everyday digital life.”
