Blog & Guides

Remote work has permanently changed what Hoosier families need from their internet. The dream of living in rural Indiana without sacrificing a professional career is more achievable than ever — but only if your internet connection can actually support a full workday. This guide explains exactly why dedicated fiber internet is the foundation that rural […]

Not all internet connections are built the same. If you’re serious about online gaming, 4K or 8K streaming, or running a household full of devices without slowdowns, dedicated fiber isn’t just an upgrade — it’s a completely different class of service. Here are ten specific features of dedicated fiber that directly improve the gaming and […]

Gaming and streaming have never demanded more from a home internet connection. With 8K content becoming mainstream, online gaming growing more competitive, and households running multiple devices at once, the old question of ‘is my internet fast enough?’ has given way to a more important one: ‘is my internet reliable enough?’ This guide walks through […]

If you work from home in rural Indiana, you already know the frustration — a video call drops right when it matters most, your VPN crawls, and your internet seems fine until it suddenly isn’t. Choosing between dedicated fiber and wireless broadband is one of the most important decisions a rural remote worker can make […]

Get out your notebooks and #2 pencils, it’s time for Mainstream 101! Today’s lesson: what is ping? If you’ve ever played many online games, especially competitive games like Call of Duty, League of Legends, Overwatch, Street Fighter 6 and many more, you may at some point have opened up the menu and seen an option […]

The holidays are the perfect time to cozy up with your loved ones, a cup of hot cocoa, and a great Christmas movie. From timeless classics to laugh-out-loud comedies, these festive favorites will bring holiday cheer to every member of the family. Here are 10 must-watch Christmas movies this season — and where you can […]

Spooky season is here! The weather is getting colder, the air turns crisp, pumpkins start popping up on porches, and it’s the perfect time to dim the lights and watch a frightful flick. Whether you love a good jump scare or prefer lighthearted Halloween fun, we’ve rounded up the best Halloween movies for every mood, […]

Today, as we commemorate Veterans Day, we pause to honor the extraordinary individuals who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Their courage, dedication, and sacrifices have safeguarded the freedoms and values that we hold dear. At Mainstream Fiber Networks, we take immense pride in serving our community, including the remarkable veterans who continue […]

NASHVILLE, Ind. – Mainstream Fiber Networks recently completed construction on two multi-year projects to develop and deploy over 180 miles combined of new fiber infrastructure to previously unserved portions of Benton and Floyd counties. The Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs awarded more than $3 million in Next Level Connections grant funding to Mainstream Fiber […]

Searchlight’s investment to bring high-speed Internet access to unserved and underserved communities NASHVILLE, Ind. – Mainstream Fiber Networks is rapidly expanding high-speed broadband access to thousands of unserved and underserved rural Hoosier communities thanks to a new strategic investment from global private investment firm Searchlight Capital Partners, L.P. Since 2012, Indiana-based Mainstream has been the […]

Nestled in Coachlight Square, the 4th Annual Christkindlmarket took place to bring Brown County a traditional European holiday market full of one-of-a-kind gifts, family friendly entertainment and Christmas. Mainstream Fiber Networks was one of many sponsors for this cherished annual event, which brings together the community to celebrate the season with a touch of Old-World charm. […]

The short answer: No-contract internet means you can cancel anytime without a penalty fee. No early termination fees, no locked-in pricing that jumps after year one, no fine print. You stay because the service is good, not because you’re stuck. At Mainstream Fiber Networks, we’ve built our whole model around that idea. Here’s what it looks […]