What Telecommunications Companies Are Doing for You
Learn What Services Tech Companies Are Offering During the COVID-19 Pandemic
In the wake of COVID-19, we are facing an unprecedented amount of change. A big component of this sea of change is in how we work, learn, and interact while maintaining social distancing. Technology has become central to our everyday interactions, and technology companies are pulling out all the stops to be relevant in the new paradigm.
Several major corporations are offering complimentary expanded access to their products to support the nation through these difficult times. Read more to learn what telecommunication systems companies are doing to keep you connected in San Mateo, CA and the rest of the world.
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Comcast
Comcast is providing its Internet Essentials package free for 60 days for all new Xfinity customers. All Internet Essentials customers will also receive a permanent speed increase. Xfinity WiFi hotspots located in public locations are available to everyone for free, and Xfinity is offering eligible university students who need internet service a Visa prepaid card worth two months of internet service. Finally, Comcast is giving every Xfinity customer unlimited data at no additional charge. It will not be disconnecting or charging late fees to those who are unable to pay their bills.
Zoom
Zoom is a popular teleconferencing platform that makes attending classes and working from home easy. It has long been a staple in the remote work industry due to its reliable performance and user-friendly interface. In response to the surge in consumers using their platform in the era of COVID-19, they have upgraded their security measures to ensure that their users' privacy is protected. Zoom has also made their services free to schools in the United States, Italy, and Japan.
Google is offering G-Suite features that are usually available in the Enterprise and Enterprise for Education packages for free. This includes access to larger meetings of up to 250 participants, live streaming for up to 100,000 viewers within a domain, and the ability to record meetings and save them to Google Drive for easy access. Educators and professionals alike can use these features to hold meetings and share recordings with students or employees effectively.
Western Audio Video is here to help both our commercial and residential clients navigate the new normal of connecting in our world. Give our team a call or fill out our online contact form to schedule a no-obligation consultation with us. We’d love to hear from you!