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AT&T quietly offers $10 DSL plan

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c627627

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The DSL plan is part of the concessions made by AT&T to the Federal Communications Commission.



The $10 offer includes former BellSouth areas, who have never had AT&T or BellSouth broadband. Local phone service and a one-year contract are required. The modem is free.

The plan is hidden on the AT&T Web site. A page describing DSL options doesn't mention it.

The service provides download speeds of up to 768 kilobits per second and upload speeds of up to 128 kbps, matching the speeds of the cheapest advertised AT&T plan.


Another concession to the FCC is yet to come: a plan for DSL that doesn't require local phone service. AT&T has another six months to introduce that option, which should cost $19.95 per month.


http://www.boston.com/business...l_plan/?p1=MEWell_Pos3



EDIT: Count on AT&T to first play stupid, then to do anything & everything to prevent you from signing up for 10 bucks.

Here's proof that may help you:

1. Go to
<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="https://swot.sbc.com/swot/d......age&offerId=156860"><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="https://swot.sbc.com/swot/dslM...uctPage&offerId=156860"><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="https://swot.sbc.com/swot/dslMassMarketCatalog.do?do=dslProductPage&offerId=156860">https://swot.sbc.com/............rId=156860</a></a></a>

2. Select Residential and enter zip code

3. Scroll all the way down and click on Terms & Conditions.

4. CTRL+F to find Basic speed ($10.00) in the middle of the page.

5. At least now, AT&T can't play stupid about it since you now have proof it exists.


EDIT:
Legendary Silversinksam is also on this case:
http://www.ocforums.com/showthread.php?t=516127

He's the one who made OCZ and CompUSA pull OCZ Ultra II Premium Silver and the CompUSA Silver Thermal Grease off the shelves after he proved they had ZERO silver in it. Did you hear about that a few years back?

 
if you have a landline, then wow....that is really cheap. My dad just got verizon for 14.99 for one year, but 10.00 is wow.
 
Originally posted by: bgc99
I've seen this referred to as Broadband, that's using the term loosely.

BGC
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Why is it used loosley? Last I heard, DSL is broadband. Whether it is capped at 768k or 1.5m, it is still broadband.
 
Originally posted by: Gibson486
Originally posted by: bgc99
I've seen this referred to as Broadband, that's using the term loosely.

BGC
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Why is it used loosley? Last I heard, DSL is broadband. Whether it is capped at 768k or 1.5m, it is still broadband.
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i think the fcc is actually trying to get the word broadband to mean 2mbs + or something.

because technically EDGE on a phone is broadband.
 
i think the offer of DSL without a local phone plan sounds way better... as i'd much rather either use VOIP or just a cell phone.

that's pretty much the one thing that has kept me on cable.
 
From the wording, it sounds like they won't be making "naked" dsl available for all their plans. In other words, you can get naked dsl, but only at 1.5m speeds. And maybe only if you're a new customer. But, if they do make it so I can have naked dsl, with my 6m speeds, bye bye landline.
 
We were stuck at 768/128 for the longest time with Verizon, and it was costing us $25-30/month. We eventually moved to Comcast, but $10 a month for those speeds isn't half bad.
 
called ATT about this plan and rep said he knew nothing about it.

well ...... called again

this time she knew about it but said it was "internet only" and then couldn't give me a actually link to find out information.

the are fighting this hard.


anyone have a direct link to the info cause i can't find it.


 
14.99 here for 1.2 Mbps from AT&T (been a customer for 4 years...gone from Ameritech to SBC and now AT&T). I guess I have no room to complain?
 
Not seeing the $10 plan online. Shows up as $19.95 for me. If it was naked DSL, I would be all over it as a backup plan. I guess I could even use it as a dedicated connection for my Vonage service.
 
Originally posted by: Flatbroke
cyberia, check this here
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Thank you. With your help, I finally found that elusive "Term contract plans available" link.

The article seems to suggest that the former BellSouth areas DO qualify for naked DSL. I tried to enter my phone number, but it's a no go. Does anyone in the BellSouth area have a positive experience with getting naked DSL?

Quote from the article:
Those living in BellSouth's former territory can get naked DSL for the next two-and-a-half years, however.
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The one thing I hated most about DSL is that it required a local phone service which I never use. Looks like the FCC came through for the customers this time around. :thumbsup:
 
The agreement reached also called for AT&T to provide DSL to all of the customers in its service area. Does anyone know what the time table is on this because we can get Bell South (AT&T now) but I cannot get DSL in my area. I want to get away from Comcast but have no other option other than dial-up at this time.
 
That's a good question, AT&T won't tell you - that's for sure - but I guess contacting the FCC is the best way to find out. That way you'll know where to report them if they prolong implementation.


Here's step by step proof about the existence of the $10 plan that may help people:

1. Go to
https://swot.sbc.com/swot/dslM...uctPage&offerId=156860

2. Select Residential and enter zip code

3. Scroll all the way down and click on Terms & Conditions.

4. CTRL+F to find Basic speed ($10.00) in the middle of the page.

5. At least then, AT&T can't play stupid about it since you now have proof it exists.
 
Originally posted by: Horsep0wer



Anyone know where I can find info on subscribing to a plan of 'naked' AT&T DSL?
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If you read the article, its not out yet...

"Another concession to the FCC is yet to come: a plan for DSL that doesn't require local phone service. AT&T has another six months to introduce that option, which should cost at most $19.95 per month."

 
Originally posted by: mooseracing
Originally posted by: Horsep0wer



Anyone know where I can find info on subscribing to a plan of 'naked' AT&T DSL?
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If you read the article, its not out yet...

"Another concession to the FCC is yet to come: a plan for DSL that doesn't require local phone service. AT&T has another six months to introduce that option, which should cost at most $19.95 per month."
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Here is a quote from a different article:
Those living in BellSouth's former territory can get naked DSL for the next two-and-a-half years, however.
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I am yet to figure out how to apply for it online.
 
I click on the OP's link about ATT $10 DSL and it brings me to BellSouth DSL website and no $10 DSL deal. The cheapest DSL deal is $19.95 and no naked DSL.
 
Shows up on the link here

AT&T YAHOO! HIGH-SPEED INTERNET:

Residential AT&T Yahoo! High-Speed Internet customers only. Basic speed ($10.00) available for new customers only. New customer is defined as not having AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet or Bell South High Speed Internet in the past 12-months. Purchase of local service from the applicable AT&T incumbent local exchange carrier required. This is a limited time offer and is only available for AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet. Static IP products not included. Speed references based on maximum downstream DSL synch rates and may vary. $150-$200 additional charge will apply if technician install is required or desired. Charge for modem ($49.99) or Wireless Gateway ($79.99) will appear on the first bill. $49.99 equipment rebate available for new customers. Equipment rebate postcard, with rebate terms and conditions, will be included with equipment if self-installed or by mail, if technician installs. Rebate request must be postmarked within 90 days of AT&T Yahoo! High Speed Internet service activation. Mail-in equipment rebate offer is valid in the following states: AR,CA,CT,IL,IN,KS,MI,MO,NV,OH,OK,TX,WI. Rebate void where prohibited, taxed or restricted by law. Rebate may not be assigned, transferred or sold. One equipment rebate allowed per high-speed Internet line. High-speed Internet account must be in service for a minimum of 60 days to be eligible for rebate. Customers are not eligible to receive a rebate that would exceed total purchase price of equipment and account must not be in delinquent status. Rebate check will be mailed to the customer's billing address within 10-12 weeks of receipt of the rebate postcard. We are not responsible for late, lost, misdirected, or postage due mail or mail damaged by the U.S. Post Office. Rebate is offered by AT&T Internet Services and cannot be applied to your AT&T local exchange carrier bill. Some customers may need to purchase additional equipment (i.e. Ethernet card and/or cables). Billing begins on the date service is provisioned by AT&T, even if customer has not yet registered. Service not available in all areas. Subject to change without notice. Maximum speed achieved depends on customer location. Acceptance of Terms of Service required. Taxes and additional fees extra. Other restrictions, including credit restrictions and qualification, apply. Price expires on 12/29/09.
 
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