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Kinetic named CNET’s ‘2025 Best Rural Fiber Internet Provider’

By: Windstream Holdings via Business Wire

March 25, 2025 at 09:30 AM EDT

Kinetic, a leading residential and business fiber internet-service provider, proudly announced today that technology and consumer electronics website CNET named it “2025’s Best Rural Fiber Internet Provider.”

In CNET’s article, Best of CNET’s Internet Providers of the Year, the accolade reflects Kinetic’s advancements in fiber-optic technology and commitment to delivering high-speed internet to rural and suburban homes and businesses across its 18-state footprint.

“We’re incredibly honored to be recognized as CNET’s Best Rural Fiber Internet Provider of 2025,” said Jeff Small, president of Kinetic Consumer.

“This accolade reflects attention to detail in designing a great customer experience beginning with the free professional installation for every new customer, our selection of high-quality whole-home WiFi equipment, and the commitment of our technicians and staff to ensure we deliver the best, most reliable internet experience available,” Small said. “In 2025, many Americans still are unserved or underserved with their internet connectivity. I’m proud that Kinetic has been successful in bridging that divide for 1.6 million households in our footprint, with another three hundred thousand planned for this year.”

CNET highlighted Kinetic’s unlimited data, multi-gig speeds, no long-term contracts and low prices.

Kinetic also recently announced a new collaboration with AT&T to bring cost savings to customers.

Kinetic is committed to bridging the digital divide by bringing high-speed internet to underserved and unserved communities. Kinetic recently furthered this by celebrating the first anniversary of its free Digital Literacy Program, guiding small groups of all ages in digital best practices.

This accolade follows CNET’s 2024 recognition, naming Kinetic Best DSL Internet Providers. This also follows Kinetic’s recognition from Rolling Stone as a “Best Fiber Internet of 2024.”

CNET is a leading online website for news and reviews on technology and consumer electronics. It is an authoritative voice in the tech industry, known for its comprehensive coverage and expert product evaluations. CNET’s reviews are highly regarded for their depth, accuracy and objectivity, offering consumers valuable insights to make informed decisions.

Through a multi-year $2 billion strategic investment, Kinetic is on plan to bring blazing fast internet speeds to rural and suburban communities across its 18-state footprint. For more information about Kinetic's high-speed fiber internet services and how they can support your connectivity needs, visit www.gokinetic.com or call toll-free at 1-800-347-1991.

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About Kinetic: Kinetic, a Windstream company, offers reliable fiber-based broadband to consumers and small to medium-sized businesses in 18 states. The company’s quality-first approach connects customers to new opportunities and possibilities by delivering a full suite of advanced communications services backed by robust security and friendly customer success experts. Kinetic is focused on expanding its fiber network and bridging the digital divide to deliver modern solutions to customers in underserved areas. Additional information about Kinetic is available via our customer portal at www.GoKinetic.com or windstream.com. The company also offers managed cloud communications and security services to mid-to-large enterprises, government entities and educational institutions across the U.S. as well as customized wavelength and dark fiber solutions to carriers, content providers and hyperscalers in the U.S. and Canada. Windstream is privately held and headquartered in Little Rock, Ark.

Category: Kinetic