Kenneth Johnson on rural broadband
From NRTC's Ken Johnson on Fiber in Rural Communities · · NRTC. Member driven. Technology focused.
“If it's underserved, especially if there's someone there doing it, obviously it's not a good candidate, but if they have a DSL-type service or even maybe a rinky-dink mom and pop cable company that's not keeping their system up, I'd highly recommend you consider thinking about those spaces as part of your entire build.”
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About Kenneth Johnson
In a 2019 appearance, Kenneth Johnson, then Senior Vice President of Broadband Programs at NRTC, discussed strategies for expanding fiber-optic internet in rural communities. He recommended that providers consider building into underserved areas served by outdated DSL or poorly maintained small cable companies. Johnson described fiber-to-the-home as "the gold standard" and argued that it would remain competitive against future technologies such as low-earth-orbit satellite or 5G. Johnson also stated that NRTC initially focused exclusively on serving its cooperative members, aiming to bring fiber to every home where a viable business case existed. He acknowledged that not all areas could be reached with fiber but emphasized the importance of prioritizing fiber deployment where possible.