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Digital Broadband Communications Expands High-Speed Broadband Capabilities to D.C. Metro Area

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Digital Broadband Communications, Inc., a leading provider of broadband communications, is set to deliver high-speed broadband capabilities to businesses in the D.C. Metro area, including metropolitan Washington, D.C., northern Virginia, and Maryland. This expansion is part of the company's ambitious plan to build its signature Digital Broadband Communications Network (DBCN) in the region. The company anticipates full functionality of the DBCN in these areas by the end of 2000, providing businesses with access to high-speed internet services at speeds ranging from 144 kilobits per second (Kbps) to 6 megabits per second (Mbps).

Key Takeaways:

  • Digital Broadband Communications, Inc. will deliver high-speed broadband capabilities to businesses in the D.C. Metro area, including metropolitan Washington, D.C., northern Virginia, and Maryland.
  • The company aims to build its Digital Broadband Communications Network (DBCN) in the region by the end of 2000, providing businesses with high-speed internet services at speeds ranging from 144 Kbps to 6 megabits per second (Mbps).
  • Businesses will have access to a range of services, including teleworker solutions, branch office and Wide Area Network (WAN) connectivity, and 24/7 network monitoring and technical support.
  • Digital Broadband Communications will provide much of the area with Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) technology, while businesses in cities and towns not reachable via DSL will be connected via frame-relay or T1.
  • The company is a "carrier class" communications provider that helps businesses achieve their strategic goals through its suite of services, including its latest technologies and its Passion for Perfect Service (TM).
  • Digital Broadband Communications has made significant announcements in the past few months, including its contract with the Massachusetts Community Network (MCN) to provide high-speed internet access to public schools, libraries, and municipal offices across Massachusetts.

Statistics:

  • The DBCN will provide businesses with access to high-speed internet services at speeds ranging from 144 Kbps to 6 megabits per second (Mbps).
  • Digital Broadband Communications will provide much of the area with Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) technology.
  • The company will connect businesses in cities and towns not reachable via DSL via frame-relay or T1.
  • The DBCN will allow businesses to select Internet access at speeds of up to 6 megabits per second (Mbps).

Sources:

  • Business Wire, August 8, 2000
  • Digital Broadband Communications press release
  • "About Digital Broadband Communications" webpage

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