When it comes to a broadband launch in the Denver area, it’s really hard not to use a reference the city’s Mile High claim to fame. And Google Fiber just couldn’t resist in a blog post on Wednesday titled, “Webpass Goes Mile High With the Last Mile.”
The company announced its first apartment community to receive Webpass service in the city, and noted that residents across Denver whose buildings are wired with Ethernet will be able to contact Webpass and sign up for services up to a gigabit per second. Webpass is reportedly currently building out its local data center stack that will allow installation of point-to-point wireless radios to provide service to customers.
“We can’t wait for Denverites to experience the difference of Webpass Internet — from a fast and seamless install experience, to high-touch, dedicated customer support. With Webpass, customers are connected with superfast speeds of up to a gigabit, perfect for cutting the cord or running your small business,” the blog states.
Google Fiber also revealed it has hired Roger Fitch as general manager. Fitch has worked in telecom and Internet for nearly 30 years and is said to bring local expertise to its new home office in Denver.
Google Fiber will be competing with Comcast and CenturyLink in the Denver market.
