A third choice is now available in many parts of the USA when it comes to cable television. While in the past you either had to go with whatever local cable company was in the area, or one of the satellite companies, now you may be able to get U-verse services in your neighborhood. Let’s look at a few of the frequently asked questions about U-verse.
Does AT&T U-verse require a satellite dish?
No. AT&T is deploying fiber to the node, or FTTN technology to most of the major areas it serves. This fiber is deployed to a large serving terminal in each area, then the existing copper lines deliver the signal the rest of the way to your home. No satellite dish is needed, only the necessary receiving equipment is needed inside. So U-verse is actually more like cable than satellite TV.
What kind of discounts is AT&T giving with Uverse service?
These of course are changed from time to time.Current offers generally match what cable TV companies offer for triple play packages of voice, video and high speed internet. Usually, you can get all of these services for about 0 a month for the first six months. Sometimes the promotional price can go for as long as a year, but check with AT&T for the current offer.
How quick is the AT&T U-verse internet speed?
There are several different levels of service. The slowest level from AT&T is the U-verse Express, which is 1.5 Mbps, and the highest is the Max18 service, which tops out at 18 Mbps, great for downloading movies or even video conferencing.
What are some of the features of the home phone service?
The AT&T Voice unlimited plans include all of the local and long distance calling. Other features include voice mail, call forwarding and call waiting ID so you won’t ever miss an important call. So if AT&T is your local phone company, a quick internet search or phone call can alert you to the availability of U-verse. If it is not yet available, you can still bundle your video service with AT&T with one of their Direct TV deals.