Information is knowledge and knowledge is the key to increased efficiencies for all sectors.
Connectivity allows for the efficient exchange of information, and so, the rapid dissemination of knowledge. Connectivity, however, is not always equitably available and many municipalities around the world have solved their equitable connectivity problem by adopting a municipal connectivity strategy. This has allowed their municipality to participate and compete on a global level. One of the more commonly accepted connectivity strategies is the establishment of a municipality owned fibre optic network. There are many benefits to a community in ownership of a municipal fibre network.