AT&T started offering high speed internet capabilities through the use of the AT&T T1 line in the 70s’. So it has a history that many newer providers do not have. In addition, the company has developed and evolved the capability of the T1 line which has provided many benefits to users in both residential and business settings.

One of the advantages of getting an AT&T T1 line is that the individual or business in “in” the AT&T network. This can make the system more affordable for people who need a point to point connection. AT&T has many discounts and prices that are geared towards the needs and uses of the customers.

For a start-up or small business the package that is offered by the AT&T T1 line affords a cost effective way to use all of the services that are necessary to run a business effectively for a reasonable fee. The package includes teleconferencing services, VOIP, shared web hosting, and other amenities.

AT&T offers one of the best Service Level Agreements in the T1 industry. They guarantee a 24/7 connection for the T1 line. They also offer users multiplexing and network cross-connect reconfiguration as part of the AT&T T1 line purchase.

The AT&T T1 line is available throughout the United States. When different businesses are all on the AT&T line the systems run seamlessly with no down time at either end. In addition the T1 line provides the same upload and download times on a consistent basis regardless of the size of the data being transferred or received.

The customer service representatives of the AT&T Business Unit which sells the T1 line are available on a twenty-four hour basis to assist with any questions or concerns that an individual has regarding the AT&T T1 line. They also do not hesitate to sent a T1 line technician if a problem arises in the business or residence.

Most businesses who will be using all 24 channels of the T1 line will purchase the Integrated T1 line which is then configured to meet the specific needs of the company. The channels are configured to provide either digitalized voice for phones, computer networking capability, or both through the AT&T plan.

A home business or residential user may find that purchasing the fractional AT&T T1 line will better meet their needs. The fractional T1 line consists of two to five channels that provide phone and computer service for up to five lines. For a small home business there is an ability to have a business phone, a home phone, a fax machine, and a computer connection all in one location.

When there are special needs to be met the AT&T Business Unit is available to assist with planning a system that provides all of the services that are required as well as a plan for expansion as the business grows.