12 Best Internet Providers in Millcreek, Salt Lake City, UT
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Millcreek ISP Report Card | A |
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Download Speed for Most Households | 8,218 Mbps |
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Number of Internet Service Providers | 12 |
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Real Millcreek Customer Ratings | 7 |
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from September 03, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of December 31, 2025.
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from September 03, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of December 31, 2025.
Millcreek has 12 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, Fiber, DSL, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the neighborhood. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Millcreek.
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Millcreek has 12 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, Fiber, DSL, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the neighborhood. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Millcreek.
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Above are the top 4 providers in Millcreek, Salt Lake City, UT for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your neighborhood.
Speed and technology may vary by address for all providers. Please note we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers above, which does not impact the customer ratings displayed. Customer ratings listed above are national ratings, local Millcreek ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Millcreek, Salt Lake City, UT?
T-Mobile Home Internet is the highest-rated internet provider in Millcreek based on 93 Utah customer reviews, and Google Fiber has the highest rating nationwide. The provider information above and the information immediately below can help you decide. Compare provider ratings and review counts above.
The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Millcreek, Utah, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in Millcreek
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Millcreek Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | Millcreek Overall | Utah Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
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| T-Mobile Home Internet |  (1) | (3) | (322) | View Plans | ||
| Utopia | (1) | (20) | (22) | View Plans | ||
| Centurylink | (1) | (7) | (179) | View Plans | ||
| Google Fiber | (2) | (14) | (100) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (1) | (37) | (2318) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T |  (0) | (2) | (1007) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (8) | (50) | View Plans | ||
| Beehive Broadband | (0) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (0) | (783) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (24) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| UBB | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| SenaWave | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 93 reviews from Utah internet customers, T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet service provider for Millcreek residents. T-Mobile Home Internet was rated at an average of 5.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Utopia Fiber wins for second-place in Utah, with 5.00 out of 5 stars and 18.0% coverage in Millcreek.
At a national level, based on 4798 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Google Fiber is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.25 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Millcreek?
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Coverage map for each provider in Millcreek, Salt Lake City
- Google Fiber - fiber coverage map
- Quantum Fiber - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- Utopia - fiber coverage map
- Centurylink - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- UBB - fixed wireless coverage map
- SenaWave - fiber coverage map
- Centurylink - dsl coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- Beehive Broadband - fiber coverage map
- SenaWave - fixed wireless coverage map
Speeds and coverage vary within the neighborhood, and sometimes even from block to block. The map shows speeds per provider and where each provider is available.
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Millcreek?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the neighborhood, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Google Fiber. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Utopia Fiber should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Millcreek
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
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| Utopia Fiber | 10,000 Mbps | ||
| Quantum Fiber | 8,000 Mbps | ||
| Google Fiber | 8,000 Mbps | ||
| SenaWave | 2,500 Mbps | ||
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| Beehive Broadband | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Utah Broadband | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Centurylink | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| AT&T | 100 Mbps | ||
| EarthLink | 100 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Millcreek
| ISP / Tech Type | Millcreek Speed | Utah Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| Utopia | (1) | (20) | (22) | View Plans | ||
| Google Fiber | (2) | (14) | (100) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (3) | (322) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (1) | (37) | (2318) | View Plans | ||
| Centurylink | (1) | (7) | (179) | View Plans | ||
| Beehive Broadband | (0) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (2) | (1007) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (8) | (50) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (0) | (783) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (24) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| UBB | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| SenaWave | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by Millcreek ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the neighborhood are available through Utopia Fiber. The company offers speeds up to 10,000 Mbps in Millcreek. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 10,000 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers in the neighborhood rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Google Fiber. This indicates Google Fiber reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Millcreek?
Utah customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet as the cheapest internet service provider in state. Data comes from customers in the state rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
T-Mobile Home Internet received a local rating of 5.00 out of 5, which is much higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. Google Fiber is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Millcreek customers with an average price rating of 4.50 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in Millcreek, Utah, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Millcreek
| ISP / Tech Type | Millcreek Affordability | Utah Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| T-Mobile Home Internet | (1) | (3) | (322) | View Plans | ||
| Utopia | (1) | (20) | (22) | View Plans | ||
| Google Fiber | (2) | (14) | (100) | View Plans | ||
| Centurylink | (1) | (7) | (179) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY |  (1) | (37) | (2318) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (2) | (1007) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (8) | (50) | View Plans | ||
| Beehive Broadband | (0) | (2) | (2) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (0) | (783) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (24) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| UBB | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| SenaWave | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Millcreek Internet Health Assessment
ISP Reports evaluates the technological infrastructure across the United States. This includes assessing a grade for ISP providers and infrastructure in the neighborhood and setting an index number for the digital connectivity of its residents. You can view the ISP Report Card and the Digital Connectivity Index for Millcreek below, including the metrics used and how Millcreek compares to the rest of Salt Lake City and nation.
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Millcreek that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 97.81% | 90.97% | 71.53% | ||
| Average Download SpeedThe maximum download speed most households can get on average. This is measured by availability in a block group and weighted by the population in that area. | 8,218 Mbps | 7,550 Mbps | 3,583 Mbps | ||
| Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for Millcreek. | 9.2 | 9.1 | 7.1 |
| Average Household SizeA larger household size in a neighborhood indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion. | 2.5 | 3.0 | 2.7 | ||
| Work From Home PercentA higher percent of the population working from home indicates bandwidth requirements being more widely needed rather than consolidated to commercial portions of the city. | 23% | 20% | 15% | ||
| Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households. | 97% | 98% | 96% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 93% | 94% | 91% | ||
| Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households. | 82% | 82% | 76% | ||
| Broadband Usage vs. AvailabilityThis measures what percentage of households who have a broadband connection to their home actually have an active subscription to that service. | 82% | 82% | 77% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Millcreek ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in Millcreek is A, which is much better than other neighborhoods. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Millcreek is high with a score of 76 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Millcreek have done a good job meeting the needs of its residents.
The Millcreek ISP Report Card evaluates the neighborhood on availability and speed metrics compared to other neighborhoods in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a neighborhood needs. Please see our ISP Report Card along with the Digital Connectivity Index above to evaluate how well the connectivity demand is met by the existing infrastructure.
93% of Millcreek households have an internet connection despite having 100.00% availability. 82% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 3% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 3% of households have internet but don’t pay for a subscription because it’s subsidized by the Affordable Connectivity Program.
As you can see in the table above, while 82% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 82% subscribe to it. A very large amount of Millcreek residents are taking advantage of the available internet infrastructure.
For more details, please visit our ISP Report Card and Digital Connectivity Index pages.
How do Neighboring Neighborhoods Compare to Millcreek?
- ISP Report Card: A
- Digital Connectivity Index: 77 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 78 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A
- Digital Connectivity Index: 88 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 71 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A
- Digital Connectivity Index: 91 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 87 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 56 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 65 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A
- Digital Connectivity Index: 38 / 100
How Much Speed does a Millcreek Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Millcreek is 2.5, which is smaller than the Salt Lake City average of 3.0 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. Millcreek’s average household income is $109,439 which is higher than the Salt Lake City average of $108,049 and much higher than the national average of $93,246. Homes with fewer people living in them and with higher incomes tend to indicate a fairly average device usage pattern.
Millcreek also has 16% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Salt Lake City average of 18%. Additionally, 23% of residents work from home, which is higher than the 20% of residents in Salt Lake City who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Millcreek has a very high need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, Millcreek households are more technology-engaged. 97% of households have some sort of computing device, 93% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 94% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Millcreek?
Google Fiber in Millcreek, Salt Lake City, UT
Availability:
93.9%
Customer Rating:
(100)
Avg. Download Speed
8,000 Mbps
Google Fiber offers Fiber service to 93.9% of Millcreek homes. Across the neighborhood, Google Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Quantum Fiber in Millcreek, Salt Lake City, UT
Availability:
85.2%
Customer Rating:
(50)
Avg. Download Speed
2,966 Mbps
Quantum Fiber offers Fiber service to 85.2% of Millcreek homes. Across the neighborhood, Quantum Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,966 Mbps, with speeds from 940 Mpbs up to 8,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 940 and as high as 8,000, with an average of 2,298 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Centurylink Fiber in Millcreek, Salt Lake City, UT
Availability:
53.1%
Customer Rating:
(61)
Avg. Download Speed
923 Mbps
Centurylink offers Fiber service to 53.1% of Millcreek homes. Across the neighborhood, Centurylink Fiber has speeds up to 923 Mbps, with speeds from 40 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 915 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. Centurylink Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Millcreek from Centurylink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Utopia Fiber in Millcreek, Salt Lake City, UT
Availability:
18.0%
Customer Rating:
(25)
Avg. Download Speed
10,000 Mbps
Utopia Fiber offers Fiber service to 18.0% of Millcreek homes. Across the neighborhood, Utopia Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
SenaWave Fiber in Millcreek, Salt Lake City, UT
Availability:
8.1%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
2,328 Mbps
SenaWave offers Fiber service to 8.1% of Millcreek homes. Across the neighborhood, SenaWave Fiber has speeds up to 2,328 Mbps, with speeds from 500 Mpbs up to 2,500 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for SenaWave Fiber.
Beehive Broadband Fiber in Millcreek, Salt Lake City, UT
Availability:
2.5%
Customer Rating:
(2)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Beehive Broadband offers Fiber service to 2.5% of Millcreek homes. Across the neighborhood, Beehive Broadband Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Millcreek?
XFINITY Cable in Millcreek, Salt Lake City, UT
Availability:
99.9%
Customer Rating:
(2026)
Avg. Download Speed
1,998 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 99.9% of Millcreek homes. Across the neighborhood, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,998 Mbps, with speeds from 1,200 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 35 and as high as 2,000, with an average of 1,803 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Millcreek?
Centurylink DSL in Millcreek, Salt Lake City, UT
Availability:
87.8%
Customer Rating:
(118)
Avg. Download Speed
99 Mbps
Centurylink offers DSL service to 87.8% of Millcreek homes. Across the neighborhood, Centurylink DSL has speeds up to 99 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 140 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 100, with an average of 22 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. Centurylink DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Millcreek from Centurylink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Millcreek?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Millcreek, Salt Lake City, UT
Availability:
98.3%
Customer Rating:
(322)
Avg. Download Speed
72 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 98.3% of Millcreek homes. Across the neighborhood, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 72 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 14 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Millcreek, Salt Lake City, UT
Availability:
97.3%
Customer Rating:
(350)
Avg. Download Speed
350 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 97.3% of Millcreek homes. Across the neighborhood, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 350 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 75, with an average of 24 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Millcreek, Salt Lake City, UT
Availability:
93.3%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
43 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 93.3% of Millcreek homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 43 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 7.1 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Millcreek, Salt Lake City, UT
Availability:
93.3%
Customer Rating:
(196)
Avg. Download Speed
43 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 93.3% of Millcreek homes. Across the neighborhood, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 43 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 7.1 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
UBB Fixed Wireless in Millcreek, Salt Lake City, UT
Availability:
73.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
364 Mbps
Utah Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 73.2% of Millcreek homes. Across the neighborhood, UBB Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 364 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 315 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
SenaWave Fixed Wireless in Millcreek, Salt Lake City, UT
Availability:
10.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
61 Mbps
SenaWave offers Fixed Wireless service to 10.6% of Millcreek homes. Across the neighborhood, SenaWave Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 61 Mbps, with speeds from 30 Mpbs up to 500 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 15 and as high as 275, with an average of 32 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Which ISP Should You Choose in Millcreek?
The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:
- The best all-around internet service provider in Millcreek is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- The fastest internet provider should be Utopia Fiber. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Google Fiber may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Millcreek is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- XFINITY from Comcast, Viasat, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Millcreek, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what’s available at your home, please use our address search tool.
How does Millcreek compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how Millcreek stacks up on the national level, it’s useful to look at some other cities with similarly sized populations. Below you can see a list of these cities and how they compare to Millcreek’s A ISP Report Card and 76 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 42 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 78 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 73 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 63 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 44 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 73 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A
- Digital Connectivity Index: 74 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 69 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 63 / 100
Customer Reviews
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Millcreek
Customer Reviews
A Holladay, UT Customer
Metropcs Cellular
February 05, 2025 The internet i have is bad right now. it was better a few months ago as in faster but lately its been really slow. nothing loads. its a mobile internet tower.
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A Murray, UT Customer
Utopia Fiber
December 11, 2024 More
Patrick S..
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless
June 09, 2024 T-mobile wireless internet had been great for the year I've had it. They have an incredible bundle with my phone plane that gives me a military discount as well.
I've never had an issue with outages or slow speeds when it comes to streaming or playing online video games. The only downside is the availability, you have to be within range of the towers that they have built. The experience has been better and cheaper then anything I had with xfinity. I would definitely recommend it to any in its range.
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A Salt Lake City, UT Customer
Google Fiber
June 22, 2023 We recently switched to fiber a few months ago. We rent out a basement apartment and share wifi with upstairs. At first, we saw great improvements to quality vs xfinity that we had previous. However, as the winter months and more weather have come we've noticed outages and slowness. Additionally, it can get affected by local construction. Not sure if the weather is just coincidence or related to how fiber works, but it is something that is annoying.
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A Salt Lake City, UT Customer
Centurylink Fiber
June 04, 2023 Happy with current speed but wish I could get more. Unfortunately with current set up my house does not qualify for faster Internet. Boxes that are on the main lines in my area are outdated. There are currently no plans from Century Link to update. However once they do we will be upgrading!
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