DSL.net Responds to FCC's New Rules for Unbundling Obligations of Incumbent Local Phone Carriers.NEW HAVEN, Conn. -- DSL DSL in full Digital Subscriber Line Broadband digital communications connection that operates over standard copper telephone wires. It requires a DSL modem, which splits transmissions into two frequency bands: the lower frequencies for voice (ordinary .net, Inc. (AMEX AMEX See: American Stock Exchange : BIZ), a leading nationwide provider of broadband communications services to businesses, today responded to the Federal Communication Commission (FCC)'s recent announcement of new network unbundling A regulatory requirement that enables a competing service provider to purchase parts of the incumbent local exchange carrier's network in order to provide service to its customers. See ILEC. rules applicable to local exchange carriers. "The latest FCC action permits us to continue to provide our full suite of broadband business services and validates our long-held strategic viewpoint about the importance of being a facilities-based provider," said Keith Markley, president and chief operating officer Chief Operating Officer (COO) The officer of a firm responsible for day-to-day management, usually the president or an executive vice-president. of DSL.net. "Because we have consistently positioned our business in the SDSL See DSL. SDSL - Single-line Digital Subscriber Line and VoIP arenas without dependence on line sharing or local switching services, both of which have been severely and negatively impacted by recent FCC rulemaking activities, we believe the Company is strategically well-positioned to continue to be a competitive player in these markets. While DSL.net reserves final judgment on the FCC action until the full order is published, we are hopeful that such new rules will bring clarity to the telecommunications industry's regulatory environment for unbundled network elements." About DSL.net DSL.net, Inc. is a leading nationwide provider of broadband communications services to businesses. The Company combines its own facilities, nationwide network infrastructure and Internet Service Provider Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. (ISP) capabilities to provide high-speed Internet access, private network solutions and value-added services directly to small- and medium-sized businesses or larger enterprises looking to connect multiple locations. DSL.net product offerings include T-1, DS-3 and business-class DSL services, virtual private networks (VPNs), frame relay, Web hosting, DNS (Domain Name System) A system for converting host names and domain names into IP addresses on the Internet or on local networks that use the TCP/IP protocol. For example, when a Web site address is given to the DNS either by typing a URL in a browser or behind the management, enhanced e-mail, online data backup and recovery services, firewalls and nationwide dial-up services, as well as integrated voice and data offerings in select markets. For more information, visit www.dsl.net, e-mail info@dsl.net, or call 1-877-DSL-NET1 (1-877-375-6381). DSL.net is a trademark of DSL.net, Inc. |
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