Simplify your life and secure your home: InfoWest connects its customers to the Internet of Things

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CONTRIBUTED CONTENT — Baby monitors, coffee makers, and vacuum cleaners are just a few of the household items now web-connected as part of the Internet of Things. Worldwide, there were more than 10 billion active Internet of Things devices in 2021.

By combining these connected devices with automated systems, InfoWest’s Internet People are helping customers in Southern Utah modernize and simplify even the most mundane daily tasks.

“Smart home technology makes life easier,” said Ryon Bowler, director of sales and special projects manager for InfoWest. “It’s not complicated. In fact, it’s getting easier and easier to get and stay connected to the internet and to use these devices.”

Understanding the Internet of Things

The Internet of Things encompasses all the devices that keep us connected. Computers, smartphones, smartwatches and smart speakers like the Amazon Echo and Google Nest are just the start.

Walk around your house. Many devices you use every day are part of the Internet of Things. Today’s smart home technology connects appliances, audio systems, lights, thermostats, garage doors, smoke detectors, doorbell cameras, alarm systems and more to your home Wi-Fi network. These devices always work in the background, communicating both with each other and with the outside world.

“Almost anything these days can be connected via Wi-Fi to some type of automation app or service,” Bowler said. “Everyday objects are now easy to connect to the internet, making your home a smart home and easy-to-manage objects.”

Connect with InfoWest

InfoWest delivers the speed customers need to keep up with the fast pace of modern life. They also always believe in providing the best customer experience.

The company provides Go Fiber Internet to homes in southern Utah, as well as FiberWave wireless connectivity for areas not yet connected to fiber. Both options offer symmetrical upload and download speeds of up to 1 gigabit per second, helping users connect as many devices as they want without interruption.

“We provide a hassle-free, reliable, and always-on internet connection so all your devices can stay connected,” Bowler said. “Being able to rely on your ISP means you don’t have to worry.”

InfoWest reinvests heavily in its network to ensure it stays on top of the ever-changing technology landscape while delivering the best speed and reliability available. With the Southern Utah hometown ISP, customers dial a local phone number to get support from people who live and work in their community.

Automation and security

Forgot to close your garage door while rushing to work? Want to set your thermostat higher when you’re out of town? InfoWest’s reliable connectivity lets you do all this and more at the touch of a button, wherever you are in the world.

In addition to fiber and wireless Internet, InfoWest provides home security, home video surveillance and home automation services. The Internet of Things also allows customers to add tools such as thermostat control, lighting control, door locks, garage control and remote access. The options for protecting and monitoring your property are virtually endless. With smart triggers and instant notifications on a mobile app, you can see exactly what’s going on in your home, even when you’re away.

“The benefit of having your devices connected is not just convenience, but security,” Bowler said.

Live smarter with Connect Plus

With so many connected devices, it’s crucial to make sure your home Wi-Fi network stays secure. InfoWest Connect Plus is an intuitive, user-friendly application that allows subscribers to monitor and manage their network anywhere, anytime. Users can check their network for connection issues and receive alerts if an unknown device tries to access. It’s like having your own computer scientist in your back pocket.

“Connect Plus can help you make sure you know who and what is connected to your network,” Bowler said, adding that it also offers parental controls. InfoWest subscribers can use ConnectPlus to limit screen time, restrict web access and block inappropriate content.

InfoWest customers who already enjoy the convenience of managed router services can simply download Connect Plus to their mobile device, set up a username and password, and enter a one-time code from their router to get started. to use the app. Routers managed by InfoWest offer advanced features such as gigabit capacity for fiber subscribers, dual-band connectivity and voice over internet protocol ports.

Learn more about InfoWest’s products, services, and community outreach on their website.

Written by ALEXA MORGAN for St. George News.

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