Summer WiFi Slowdowns? Here’s Why Your Home Internet Works Harder During Summer Break

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Summer WiFi Slowdowns? Here’s Why Your Home Internet Works Harder During Summer Break School’s out, the kids are home, and suddenly your WiFi is busier than ever. From morning cartoons and online gaming to video calls, smart home devices, and streaming movies after dinner, summer break changes how families use the internet. Even if your […]

Where You Put Your Router Matters More Than You Think

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Where You Put Your Router Matters More Than You Think Let’s be honest: routers aren’t winning any home décor awards. Those blinking lights and dangling cords don’t exactly scream “living room centerpiece,” so it’s tempting to tuck yours away in a cabinet, closet, or behind the entertainment center where no one has to look at it.  Here’s the thing, though. Where you place […]

How Local Internet Is Built Differently

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How Local Internet Is Built Differently Most people don’t think about their internet until something goes wrong.   It’s just supposed to work. Quietly. Reliably. Without effort.  But behind that everyday experience is something most providers don’t talk about: how the network was built in the first place, because not all internet is created the same.    Built vs. Delivered  For large providers, internet is often […]

Local Support vs. Call Centers: Why It Matters More Than You Think 

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Local Support vs. Call Centers: Why It Matters More Than You Think When your internet goes down, it’s never at a convenient time.  It’s during a work meeting, right before a school assignment is due, in the middle of your one quiet moment to stream a show and unwind. And in that moment, you don’t just need internet, you need help. Fast!  That’s where […]

Starlink, Satellite TV, and Fiber Internet: What’s the Real Difference?

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Starlink, Satellite TV, and Fiber Internet: What’s the Real Difference? If you live in a rural area, you’ve probably heard mixed messages.  “Satellite is your only option.” “Starlink is the future.” “Fiber is faster, but it’s not everywhere.”  It can get confusing quickly because people often mix two completely different things: internet service and TV service. But most households today want something […]

MLB Opening Day Is March 26. Are You Ready to Miss 85% of Your Team’s Games This Season?

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MLB Opening Day Is March 26. Are You Ready to Miss 85% of Your Team’s Games This Season? You Will Without Streaming. Baseball Season’s Coming!  MLB Opening Day is March 26, and fans everywhere are getting ready for another season of big moments, late-inning drama, and hopeful playoff runs. But there’s one thing many fans don’t realize until the season […]

How to Watch More Sports Without Overpaying for Cable or Satellite TV

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How to Watch More Sports Without Overpaying for Cable or Satellite TV If you’ve ever settled in for a big game only to realize it’s not included in your TV package, you’re not alone. Sports viewing has changed dramatically in the past few years. Games are now split across cable, satellite, and streaming platforms, and even expensive packages don’t guarantee you’ll see the matchups you […]

Why Local Internet Performs Better than National Providers on Game Day

Why Local Internet Performs Better than National Providers on Game Day Game day is supposed to be fun. Friends over, snacks ready, screens fired up. But for a lot of households, it turns into a familiar frustration: buffering, lag, frozen screens, and that dreaded spinning wheel right as the big play happens.  If you’ve ever wondered why your internet […]

Intermax 2025 Year in Review: Growth, People, and an AI‑Forward 2026

Intermax 2025 Year in Review: Growth, People, and an AI‑Forward 2026 A message from Mike Kennedy, President & CEO

Intermax 2025 Year in Review: Growth, People, and an AI‑Forward 2026 A message from Mike Kennedy, President & CEO At Intermax we have always kept our entire focus on you – our customers – and your experiences with technology. Our goal is to provide tools and services that you need which bring you value. For […]

How to Troubleshoot Common Internet Connection Issues at Home

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How to Troubleshoot Common Internet Connection Issues at Home There’s nothing more frustrating than sitting down to stream a movie, join a video meeting, or scroll social media only to discover your internet isn’t cooperating. The good news? Many internet problems can be solved in just a few minutes without calling support. Whether your WiFi […]