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What’s the Latest on UTOPIA?
Since the inception of UTOPIA nearly a decade ago, I have managed XMission’s services on the 11 city municipal network. As such, I have earned a unique insider persective and understanding of not only UTOPIA’s current situation but also its long term challenges and successes. In recent months, I have attended a figurative magnitude of city council […]
Frequently Asked Questions about Macquarie and UTOPIA
Please note: As of January 1, 2017, XMission no longer sells DSL services. Last night, I attended the Murray town hall meeting on UTOPIA/Macquarie. It was refreshing to see over 300 people turn-out with many thoughtful questions. Although there was some misinformation from the audience broadcast, the city council and mayor did their best to […]
Google Fiber in Salt Lake City?
Yesterday, Vince Horiuchi from the Salt Lake Tribune called me for comment on a story that was under embargo until 11am today. Google Fiber is investigating Salt Lake City. In Kansas City and Provo, incredible concessions were made to install Google as a residential fiber monopoly. Kansas City waived franchise fees, and gave free office […]