
The Value of a MOREnet Connection
MOREnet is one of our nation’s research and education networks (RENs). Not every state has its own REN, which makes us especially proud to do what we do every day for Missourians. Our robust statewide fiber backbone and network access effectively supports the broadband speeds and high-quality performance Missouri community anchor institutions need to ensure a fast, reliable and secure connection. This critical infrastructure is powering our nation’s most important work in research, academia and workforce development. Technical support staff you know and trust work alongside you to ensure that your top-tier connection meets your organization’s growing needs. Our experts are based right here in Missouri and have a deep understanding of the unique and important ways you utilize this connection.
Network Tools and Monitoring

Real-time and historical usage statistics for your organization.

Connection architecture consultation

Technical experts for collaboration and guidance.

Opt-in alert notifications via SMA and/or email.
Missouri-based Support
- Should problems arise, our local team of friendly, knowledgeable and reliable technical experts will work on your behalf to keep your connection fast and secure. Our help desk case satisfaction rating is an impressive 98%.
- MOREnet members have access to some of the best network and security experts in the state, just a call or email away.
Members First: A Unique Advantage
Network Perfomance
- Connectivity to the MOREnet statewide fiber backbone network ensures low latency and multiple Tier 1 Internet providers, creating resilient connections and increasing redundancy.
- MOREnet is committed to consistent and forward-looking backbone network equipment updates to ensure performance and anticipate aggregate member connectivity demand.
- A MOREnet connection includes symmetrical upload and download speeds and a full committed information rate, ensuring your connection is robust and reliable. We strategically manage network traffic with peering and caching partners, resulting in the most cost-effective and optimized network path for your organization’s connection.


Cybersecurity Protection
- MOREnet Network Connectivity bundle includes Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) mitigation and scrubbing to protect your network from malicious attacks.
- Good Net Neighbor by MOREnet blocks traffic to well-known ports to protect your network against viruses and malicious attacks.
- Our team of highly trained cybersecurity experts are at the ready to offer support as you navigate and respond to security incidents. We also offer training and guidance on best practices to help prevent future incidents.
- We have negotiated discounts for optional for-fee cybersecurity solutions that have been vetted by our experts.
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