MEMPHIS, Tenn. - U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue announced on Friday the first of many federal investments targeting the creation of critical broadband internet infrastructure in underserved rural areas across the country. Rural areas around the country have been clamouring for more high-speed internet access for use in schools, libraries, homes and businesses such as farms. Perdue said construction of internet broadband infrastructure is more expensive in rural areas where population density is relatively low. State and local governments, electric companies and co-operatives, and private investors should all be involved in improving rural broadband access, he said. Bill Lee announced that 13 companies in 17 counties would receive $14.8 million in broadband accessibility grants.

Source: thestar October 18, 2019 22:52 UTC