Ultra-fast Internet Seen As Boost For Jacksonville, Lure To Attract Hi-tech Entrepreneurs

AT&T’s announcement that GigaPower is coming here will launch Jacksonville into the small but growing ranks of U.S. cities with Internet speed so fast that “ultra” and “lightning” and “blinding” are among the words used to describe it. GigaPower’s connection can download 25 songs in one second, a television show in less than three seconds, and a high-definition movie in 36 seconds. For a city that isn’t regarded as one of the nation’s most wired cities, AT&T’s decision gives Jacksonville some bragging rights. read more