Central Sierra Connect

"2009 brought broadband even more into the spotlight thanks to the high speed Internet demands of Americans, investments by providers, and attention from policymakers. Here are five broadband trends that we at NextGenWeb hope will continue to thrive in the new year..." From later in the article "One of the top barriers to adoption is relevancy, which is why digital literacy will play a critical role inspiring those with access to adopt, thereby bridging the digital divide." That's what those of us at Central Sierra Connect have been saying for years! --Kristin

"WASHINGTON, December 31, 2009 – The Commerce Department agency responsible for the mapping component of the broadband stimulus program announced, on the last day of the year, that it had funded five more states’ broadband data programs."

"WASHINGTON, December 28, 2009 – Broadband Census News Reporter Winter Casey touched base with broadband business strategist Craig Settles this week on what to expect might happen on key technology issues in 2010. Settles addresses government broadband stimulus grants, legislation, and mapping..."

"WASHINGTON, December 28, 2009 – A Federal Communications Commission spokesman told Broadband Census News Monday that the agency is working hard to complete a national broadband plan to expand use of the technology in the next two months."