Think you “chose” your internet provider? Think again. For millions of Americans, the ISP market is a rigged game. On paper, you have options. In reality, you’re stuck with one or two big players who act more like monopolies than competitors.
How the Monopoly Game Works
- Territorial agreements: Big ISPs quietly divide markets so they don’t compete.
- Lobbying power: They fight legislation that would let new providers expand.
- Paper-thin competition: Even when there are “two” options, they’re often just as bad as each other.
The Consequences of Monopoly Internet
- Higher prices: Without competition, they can charge whatever they want.
- Lower investment: Why improve if customers can’t leave?
- Worse service: Call times, outages, hidden fees and no accountability.
Why Customers Feel Stuck
- The illusion of choice: Two bad options still feels like no choice.
- The hassle factor: Switching seems too difficult, so people stay.
- Resignation: Customers assume “all ISPs are bad” so why bother?
How Cal.net Breaks the Monopoly
- Expanding real options: We bring service to areas ignored by big ISPs.
- Competition = accountability: Because we know you can leave us, we work harder to keep you.
- Community-first mindset: We’re local. When we improve infrastructure, it’s because we live here too.
