High-speed data communications are available from NATCO Technologies. Depending on location, customers have the choice of two different types of broadband access.

DSL:

DSL is a high-speed line, with the ability to provide regular phone service and Internet, fax, data, or video at the same time. DSL service is provided on the customer's own dedicated line, so the service is not affected by other users going online. Basic telephone service continues to work with ADSL even when you have a power failure. ADSL is over 50 times faster than 28.8 Kbps modems and over 30 faster than 56 Kbps modems. ADSL delivers download speeds of up to 6 Mbs and upstream speeds up to 512 Kbps.

Broadband Access is a National Issue

Are broadband services available to all throughout the United States? Findings of a national survey can be read at www.fcc.gov/broadband called "Fourth 706 Report on the Availability of High-speed and Advanced Telecommunications Services." The title of the report comes from Section 706 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996.

Congress Looks at Broadband Legislation

Legislation affecting broadband services is currently under consideration in Congress. A collection of documents on advanced services has been compiled by the Texas Public Utilities Commission on its Web page. The page includes bills in the 108th Congress relating to broadband deployment.

Texas Public Utilities Advanced Services Page
FCC's Broadband Page