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 […]

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 […]

Holiday Proof Your Internet: Finding the Perfect Plan for Multiple Devices

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Holiday Proof Your Internet: Finding the Perfect Plan for Multiple Devices The holiday season is a time for gathering, celebrating, and staying connected. With family and friends visiting, gift gadgets galore, and all the festive streaming, gaming, and video calling, your internet connection becomes the lifeline to keeping it all running smoothly. The last thing […]

Over 20 Years of Trust: Why David T. Only Recommends Intermax 

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Over 20 Years of Trust: Why David T. Only Recommends Intermax When you’ve been with a company for over two decades, it says something, not just about loyalty, but about the kind of service that stands the test of time. That’s exactly the case with David T., a long-time Intermax customer who’s been with us […]

The MAX Bulletin – July 2025

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How Much Internet Do You Really Need? These days, the internet is as essential as electricity or water, especially in the Inland Northwest. Whether you’re streaming movies, managing remote work, supporting your family’s devices, or running a business, having the right internet speed is critical. At Intermax Networks, we believe in giving our customers internet […]

The MAX Bulletin – June 2025

Intermax Networks The MAX Bulletin, Monthly Newsletter

Above and Beyond – Restoring Service to Baldy Mountain When equipment fails on Baldy Mountain, restoring service isn’t just a job; it’s a full-on expedition.   On April 29, 2025, our customers in the Sandpoint Baldy region began experiencing a service outage affecting internet, hosted voice, and transport connections. Our team quickly traced the issue to a […]

How Much Internet Do You Really Need?

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How Much Internet Do You Really Need? These days, the internet is as essential as electricity or water, especially in the Inland Northwest. Whether you’re streaming movies, managing remote work, supporting your family’s devices, or running a business, having the right internet speed is critical. At Intermax Networks, we believe in giving our customers internet […]

Above and Beyond – Restoring Service to Baldy Mountain

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Above and Beyond – Restoring Service to Baldy Mountain April 29–30, 2025 | Sandpoint, Idaho  When equipment fails on Baldy Mountain, restoring service isn’t just a job; it’s a full-on expedition.  On April 29, 2025, our customers in the Sandpoint Baldy region began experiencing a service outage affecting internet, hosted voice, and transport connections. Our […]