Why do some areas of the county have slow or no service?

Building infrastructure is significantly more expensive in rural areas with rough terrain than in urban areas. This makes it more difficult for ISPs to profit from those investments. Providers sometimes perform minimal network maintenance and upgrades for the same reason, leaving customers with slower speeds and older technologies.

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1. Can I use any speed testing app?
2. Why is public data important?
3. What if my speeds are less than my provider claims to offer?
4. Why do some areas of the county have slow or no service?
5. What if I can’t get internet at my home or business?
6. Does connection speed matter?
7. Should I check my Wi-Fi or my mobile connection?
8. How often should I test my speeds?
9. What if I like a different app?
10. Can I test speeds from my laptop or computer?
11. Where can I learn more?