Compaq Computer and SBC Communications plan to jointly promote high-speed ADSL Internet access in SBC's service areas. Compaq, which has released a line of computers with DSL modems, will help market SBC's high-speed Net service beginning in early 1999. The computer company has a similar arrangement with Bell Atlantic, as well as a distribution deal with cable Net service @Home.
Short Take: Compaq, SBC push broadband
Compaq Computer and SBC Communications plan to jointly promote high-speed ADSL Internet access in SBC's service areas. Compaq, which has released a line of computers with DSL modems, will help market SBC's high-speed Net service beginning in early 1999. The computer company has a similar arrangement with Bell Atlantic, as well as a distribution deal with cable Net service @Home.
John Borland
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