Broadband Use Increases in MI

An organization made up of industry, community organizations and state regulators says that broadband internet connections in Michigan is running ahead of the national average, with 79% of households subscribing to broadband service last year. That’s a 13% increase over 2010 according to Connect Michigan. A recent Pew Research Center study showed the national adoption rate was 70%. Eric Frederick of Connect Michigan says they’re encouraged by the increase in Michigan. However, he says a “digital gap” still exists, as more than 271 school-age children in Michigan still do not have broadband access at home.