Kate Linder

Yellowstone Fiber announced today that Sid Boswell has been appointed chief executive officer, succeeding the previous CEO who retired in 2024. Over the past year, the local nonprofit more than doubled its subscriber take rate in Bozeman, connecting thousands of homes and businesses. Nearly 90% of residential customers choose 1 Gig service, triple the typical industry adoption of 30%, and well above even the most competitive fiber markets at 50% to 60%.

Ever feel like your internet is slower than it should be? Or wonder if you’re really getting the speeds you’re paying for? You’re not alone, and that’s why doing an internet speed test can come in handy! Let’s break down what a speed test is, what it measures, why it matters, and how you can easily run one to check your internet performance.