Telecommunications

Fiber-to-the-Premise and More

From DSL high-speed Internet and voice messaging, to wireless networks and voice over IP, Swiftel Communications provides the most up-to-date technology available. By the end of 2007, 100% of the business and homes in the Brookings city limits will be served by fiber optic cable.

Swiftel technicians are certified by Building Industry Consulting Service International (BICSI), a professional network cabling association that sets industry standards. This prestigious status has helped Swiftel earn contracts to install cabling and sophisticated telecommunications systems throughout the region.

In the Brookings area, Mediacom provides digital cable TV and high speed internet, supporting download speeds up to 10 Mbps and upload speeds of 1Mbps.

Qwest Communications is a telephone service provider to the communities of Arlington and Volga.

Interstate Telecommunications Cooperative, Inc. provides local telephone service, high-speed Internet, and digital TV to homes and businesses in rural Brookings as well as the neighboring communities of Elkton, Estelline, and Sinai.