About Dakota Carrier Network

Founded in 1996 by North Dakota’s independent broadband service providers, Dakota Carrier Network (DCN) operates the state’s most robust fiber optic network, spanning more than 70,000 miles. Over the past 25 years, DCN has been leading internet technology, offering a reliable, secure, and scalable network infrastructure that supports businesses, government entities, and healthcare providers across the state.
DCN’s state-of-the-art tier III data centers, located in Fargo and Bismarck, offer co-location and cloud computing services with the utmost security. They are, without a doubt, a trusted partner for critical infrastructure sectors such as state government, wireless carriers, hospitals, and financial institutions.
DCN’s Reliability Goes The Extra Mile
DCN values reliability and scalability, prioritizing customers’ access to the services they need, wherever they are—24/7. With a guaranteed 99.999% uptime, DCN ensures that businesses remain connected and operational, backed by a team of local technicians who are always available when needed. DCN’s network is also built for flexibility, allowing businesses to expand without delay, whether they’re opening a new office in North Dakota or across the country.
What is Uptime?
Uptime refers to the percentage of time a system or service is running without interruptions. For example, a 99.999% uptime guarantee means less than 5 minutes of downtime per year.








