A new and powerful Internet network is now online in parts of Citrus County, Florida, connecting communities to high-speed, reliable Internet. Thousands of homes and businesses in the areas of Inverness, Hernando, Floral City and Beverly Hills can now access Xfinity and Comcast Business services. Comcast invested $8 million to make this technology infrastructure project possible.

The next-generation network gives Citrus County access to reliable and fast Internet speeds that outperform competitors up to 1.2 gigabits per second (Gbps) for residential customers and up to 100 Gbps for businesses. For local businesses, Comcast Business offers a broad suite of technology solutions to keep businesses of all sizes, around the world, ready for what's next. With a range of offerings including connectivity, secure networking, advanced cybersecurity, and unified communications solutions, Comcast Business is partnering with business and technology leaders across industries to help drive businesses forward.

Powered by the nation's largest, fastest, reliable network, and backed by 24/7 customer support, Comcast Business powers more small businesses than any other U.S. provider and is one of the leading service providers to enterprises. Comcast Business has been consistently recognized for its growth, innovation, and leadership in global secure networking. Accessing Affordable Internet: Comcast is committed to making Internet accessible and affordable across communities in Florida.

Since 2011, the technology leader has offered Internet Essentials. The program provides low-cost Internet service, digital skills training and subsidized computers to eligible income-constrained households. Internet Essentials has helped hundreds of thousands of Floridians since its launch in 2011, including students, senior citizens, veterans and people with disabilities enrolled in public assistance programs and more.

Powered by Xfinity's network and Internet experience are powering Citrus County homes and into the future with: Ultimate Capacity: Xfinity customers connect more than 1 billion devices across the company's network annually. With the next-generation Xfinity gateways deliver the most advanced WiFi technology carrying three times more bandwidth to power streaming, gaming, videoconferencing, and more, simultaneously. Fastest Internet: More than a third of Xfinity Internet customers subscribe to gigabit speed products.

Recently Comcast connected the first customers in the world to a DOCSIS 4.0 connection, delivering symmetrical gig speeds over existing connections in customers' homes with plans to continue to rollout these speeds across the country over the coming years. Unpre unprecedented Coverage: The latest Xfinity Gateway provides a more reliable connection throughout the home. Customers can get wall-to-wall WiFi coverage with a powerful WiFi Boost Pod that extends coverage to hard-to-reach areas of the home.

The company launched Storm-Ready WiFi, a new device that comes powered with cellular and battery backup to help keep customers connected even when the power goes out. Ultra-Low Latency: The Xfinity network and the latest Xfinity Gateway are a more reliable connection throughout thehome. Customers can get wall- to-wall WiFi coverage with a strong WiFi Boost Pod that extends coverage To help keep customers connected even when The power goes out.