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SBC to invest $4 billion in fiber upgrade
November 12, 2004
In preparation for offering video service, SBC will spend $4 billion to upgrade its network infrastructure from copper to fiber optics.
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Alcatel wins $1.7 billion SBC contract
October 20, 2004
SBC Communications taps the French telecom equipment maker to upgrade its network with fiber-optic technology.
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2Wire's gateway to follow SBC into living room
January 5, 2005
The wireless-gateway maker expands its all-important SBC deal--but the clock may be ticking.
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SBC offers $19.95 DSL with a catch
October 28, 2004
The offer is valid only if customers buy a wire line phone service for $48.95.
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SBC Yahoo DSL cuts prices again
October 1, 2003
The co-branded DSL service introduces a Web-only promotion that offers one year of service for $26.95 a month, the second discount in just a few months.
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Commentary: TV deal clicks for Microsoft
November 17, 2004
As SBC rolls out fiber to the neighborhoods of millions of new customers, a key component will come from the software giant.
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SBC sees surge in DSL subscribers
October 21, 2003
SBC Communications reports a 13 percent gain in its broadband customer base, as the Baby Bells struggle to compete against cable.
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FCC to investigate video franchise rules
November 3, 2005
The feds are investigating whether local communities inhibit competition for TV service.
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AT&T buy shows how far voice calling has fallen
February 2, 2005
Phone giants unite to face a Net-driven future, with their basic service likely to end up a giveaway.
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BellSouth begins Microsoft IPTV trials
January 7, 2005
The Baby Bell is kicking Microsoft's tires for possible use in its Internet-based video service.
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Verizon CEO calls for pay-TV rule changes
April 18, 2005
Says telephone company shouldn't be required to pay fees to local governments for offering pay TV over fiber.
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Yahoo to offer CNN, ABC video feeds
August 1, 2005
Daily news clips from the two media companies will be available for free on Yahoo, starting next month.
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Video gamble for the Bells
November 22, 2004
Baby Bells are spending billions to sell video service over broadband. Can they crack cable and satellite's hold on TV viewers? Image: Video via broadband
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Bells' fiber plans spark political flame war
April 20, 2005
Local TV broadcasters complain about Verizon and SBC's plans to deliver video over fiber links. Members of Congress are concerned too.
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Cox hoists broadband speed limits
August 10, 2004
Hike in basic download rate to 4mbps shows the cable industry's sticking to speed upgrades to take on DSL rivals.
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Can video relieve Baby Bell ills?
September 2, 2003
A string of deals between Baby Bells and satellite TV companies signals that local phone companies are scrambling to add video services in a bid to fend off cable rivals.
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Verizon racks up more TV deals
April 22, 2005
Company will offer A&E programming as part of its digital TV service over high-speed Fios fiber network.
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BellSouth picks Alcatel and Redback for broadband
February 8, 2005
The carrier will use their equipment to boost DSL speeds and one day serve video into homes.
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AT&T cries foul over ads
March 28, 2006
The phone company accuses cable operators of suppressing free speech by not airing its ads for national video franchises.
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BellSouth teams with Yahoo
October 17, 2005
BellSouth and Yahoo announced on Monday a strategic alliance to provide co-branded broadband service.
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