More than Tech Support: Helping People and Solving Problem

If you know CatchMark, you probably think of Friday nights. Stadium lights. School colors. Live streams. Highlight clips. That feeling of watching your hometown team—even when you can’t be there in person. CatchMark SportsNet has become something people genuinely look forward to, and we’re proud of that. But that’s not where CatchMark started. Before cameras, […]

How to Streamline Techn Projects with Effective Project Management

Technology projects are rarely simple. From system rollouts to infrastructure upgrades, organizations face numerous complexities that can easily derail progress. The key to success is not just having the right tools; it is having effective project management that streamlines the process and keeps teams aligned. At CatchMark, we have seen firsthand how structured project management […]

The Symphony of Screeches: Inside Dial-Up Internet

Before lightning-fast fiber optics and always-on broadband, there was a time when connecting to the internet meant enduring a symphony of beeps, static, and high-pitched screeches. That was the world of dial-up internet—a technology that introduced millions to the web in the 1990s and early 2000s. But how exactly did it work? 1. The Basics […]

From Netflix to Neighborhood Nodes: Old Cable, New Tricks

Now that we have covered how fiber optic internet works, let’s talk about broadband internet delivered over coaxial cable—a technology that has powered internet connections in homes and businesses for decades. What is Coaxial Cable? Coaxial cable, often called “coax,” was originally developed for transmitting television signals. Its design includes a central copper conductor surrounded […]

How Fiber Optic Cables Are Made: From Glass to Gigabits

Fiber optic cables are the backbone of our modern, high-speed internet infrastructure. Whether you’re streaming 4K movies, gaming online, or working remotely with cloud services, chances are that fiber optics are helping move your data at the speed of light. But have you ever wondered how these ultra-thin strands of glass are made? Let’s break […]

CatchMark Technologies: Expert IT Support, Cybersecurity Protection, and Tech Solutions for Your Business

If you’ve heard of CatchMark, there’s a good chance it’s because of the work we do covering local high school athletics. Between live streams, highlight clips, interviews, and in-depth coverage, CatchMark SportsNet has become a go-to source for staying connected to your hometown teams. And we love being part of that. But here’s the thing: […]

Find a Tech Partner, Not a Vendor

We are very fortunate to have options to choose from when it comes to many decisions we make: Things like vehicles, meals, insurance, clothing and vacation spots. Businesses also have options when deciding on who to trust with their technology. It is a much larger decision than handling it internally vs. externally. This decision can […]