Big ISPs, Bigger Speeds: Network Upgrades by AT&T, Verizon, and More

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Faster internet is on the way, and major providers are making big moves to deliver it. Companies like AT&T, Verizon, and Comcast are rolling out serious upgrades to meet growing demand.

From multi-gig speeds to expanded fiber networks, these changes promise better performance for streaming, gaming, and remote work. Here’s how each provider is stepping up.

AT&T: Fiber Speeds Reach New Heights

AT&T continues expanding its fiber network, offering speeds up to 5 Gbps in select areas. The service supports high-bandwidth use like gaming, streaming, and remote work, with plans to reach over 30 million locations by 2025.

This tweet noted the company’s pivot toward fiber is paying off. Subscriber growth beat expectations, pushing shares up by 6.25 percent:

This momentum reinforces AT&T’s leadership in delivering faster, more reliable internet across more U.S. neighborhoods.

Verizon: 5G Home Internet Goes Nationwide

Verizon continues expanding its 5G Home Internet service across U.S. cities, offering wireless broadband with speeds up to 1 Gbps. While not yet nationwide, it’s a growing alternative to cable, especially in urban areas.

This 2022 tweet promoted the service as ultra-fast, wire-free, and contract-free—an appealing shift for many households:

With easy setup and no data caps, Verizon is positioning 5G Home Internet as a flexible, modern option for streaming, gaming, and everyday use.

Comcast: DOCSIS 4.0 And Multi-Gig Plans

​Comcast is rolling out DOCSIS 4.0 technology to bring symmetrical multi-gig speeds to millions of homes. The upgrade enables download and upload speeds up to 2 Gbps, improving streaming, gaming, and remote work performance.

In the following video, Mike O’Dell discusses how providers like Comcast are navigating this shift:

With plans to cover over 50 million locations by 2025, Comcast is taking a major step in the future of broadband.