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CEO Render Networks


Lumos, a leading Fiber Optic Internet and Total Home Wi-Fi service provider across across North Carolina (NC) and Virginia, has announced a USD 50 million investment to bring its 100 percent Fiber Optic Internet services to Johnston and Harnett County in North Carolina. This expansion marks Lumos’ fourth and fifth new market announcements in 2023, according to the statement.
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Providing Fast and Reliable Internet to Underserved Communities
Lumos will offer fast and reliable internet to communities in Johnston County, including Benson, Clayton, Four Oaks, Selma, and Smithfield, as well as areas of Harnett County, such as Dunn, Angier, Coats, Erwin, and Buies Creek. Lumos will be the first fibre internet provider for some homes in these communities, offering affordable access to a network that meets their current and future digital needs.
Life-Changing Speeds with Fiber Internet
With its commitment to underserved communities, Lumos aims to bring life-changing speeds through fibre internet. Lumos said customers can enjoy upload speeds up to 385 times faster and download speeds up to 30 times faster, revolutionising their online experiences.
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Transforming Communities with Fast and Reliable Broadband
Brian Stading, Lumos CEO, believes that all towns, regardless of size, should have access to fast and reliable broadband connections. The Lumos network in Johnston and Harnett County will enable seamless connectivity for online learning, telehealth, and remote working opportunities, enhancing the lives of families and individuals.