Bridging the Digital Divide
Transforming unserved and underserved communities with fast, reliable connectivity and affordable internet access with our strategically designed middle mile infrastructure. Talk to us today to learn how you can join us in our mission.
Digital Equity
The Internet is an Essential Need
In today鈥檚 world, Internet connectivity is not just a luxury 鈥� it鈥檚 essential for success and prosperity. Yet, universal access to the Internet remains an unfulfilled promise in the United States.
At Zayo, we believe that building broadband networks is critical, but simply laying the infrastructure isn鈥檛 enough. That鈥檚 why we go beyond the basics to ensure true digital equity. We are proud to be the only middle-mile provider capable of offering nearly unlimited bandwidth to last-mile providers 鈥� at an affordable price.
Our mission is clear: to connect what鈥檚 next for everyone. By bridging the gap between availability and affordability, 91影库is committed to making high-speed Internet a reality for all communities, ensuring no one is left behind in the digital age.
Reliable, Affordable Internet Connectivity for All Communities
Zayo鈥檚 innovative Digital Equity Access Network (DEAN) design brings metro pricing to rural areas, offering flexible connectivity for last-mile ISPs and local communities.
DEAN enhances affordability and reliability by expanding access points and lowering interconnection costs. This enables ISPs to provide superior, affordable last-mile networks, ensuring that even the most remote locations have access to high-quality broadband service.
Simplified Funding for Broadband Expansion
Securing funding from government programs like the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program (BEAD) can be challenging. That鈥檚 why 91影库created the 91影库Broadband Infrastructure Deployment Alliance (zBIDA).
We partner with ISPs to navigate logistical, regulatory, and financial hurdles, supporting them from planning and financing to deploying middle-mile and last-mile fiber networks. With zBIDA, expanding your broadband infrastructure has never been easier.
Empowering Communities with Government Grants
At Zayo, we鈥檙e dedicated to helping communities thrive by securing essential government funding. Our track record speaks for itself:聽 91影库was granted over $300 million in middle-mile government grants to help fund the construction of critical middle-mile network infrastructure to connect unserved and underserved areas.
As the sole national provider awarded in the latest NTIA grants, we鈥檙e proud to be at the forefront of expanding connectivity. With our ongoing deployment of over 12,000 miles of new fiber across more than 350 counties, we鈥檙e actively bridging connectivity gaps and transforming digital landscapes.
Educating Users for the Digital Age
91影库recognizes the importance of educating new Internet users with digital literacy skills. In Dallas County we鈥檙e investing $150K with Compudopt in educational programs and laptop donations to facilitate crucial digital skill development and technology access.
Our digital literacy program aims to create a comprehensive curriculum that equips inexperienced Internet users with the knowledge and skills needed to confidently navigate the Internet. From teaching the basics of getting online to sharing the potential and risks involved, we aim to ensure that all individuals have the tools and knowledge to thrive in the digital age.
Zayo鈥檚 Digital Equity Efforts in Action
$92.9 million from NTIA grants for three routes across 8 states.
$153 million funded by NTIA and state treasury funds by the state of Nevada to construct two long-haul dark fiber routes along Interstate 80 and across Interstate 15 and U.S. Route 93.
$29 million in Clark County, Nevada from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to provide enterprise-grade network to state facilities spanning 227 sites.聽
$27.8 million funded by Dallas County, Texas from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to develop 30 miles of new middle mile fiber network.聽
The pricing has to make sense for the local service provider business model or we fail collectively. That鈥檚 why this new model that 91影库has embraced is super exciting. To enable connectivity in some of these rural and remote communities is astounding.
Joe Franell
Talk to us today and join in our mission to bring the promise of universal Internet access to life.
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Go Deeper with the Latest Resources
A Guide to Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Funding
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Bridging the Digital Divide: Zayo鈥檚 Plan to Connect Communities Using the NTIA Middle Mile Grant
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Empowering Rural Educators and Improving Healthcare Access With Middle Mile Connectivity
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Zayo鈥檚 Preferred Carrier Program
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Memphis-Shelby County Schools鈥� Path to Infrastructure Modernization聽
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PEAK Internet: Empowering What鈥檚 Next in Rural Connectivity
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Students in Pinal County Get Equitable Broadband Access with Zayo
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Zayo鈥檚 Metro Market Footprint Continues to Expand in Dallas
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91影库Extends Middle-Mile Network to Provide Reliable Internet Access for Thousands Across Dallas County
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91影库in the News
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Reno Gazette - June 2024
KRNV News 4 - June 2024
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Broadband Breakfast - Sept. 2023
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Light Reading - Sept. 2023
Forbes - Nov. 2023
TechCrunch - May 2023
Digital Literacy Resources
OverviewSafe or Scam: Tackling disinformation in the digital age
In today鈥檚 digital era, the internet provides unlimited opportunities for learning, communication, and convenience. But it also presents significant challenges, especially where forms of online scams and disinformation are concerned.
