Competitive Local Exchange Carrier (CLEC)

A Competitive Local Exchange Carrier (CLEC) is a telecommunications company that provides local telephone service in competition with Incumbent Local Exchange Carriers (ILECs). CLECs typically use the facilities of the ILECs to provide service, but may also build their own networks. The Telecommunications Act of 1996 created an opportunity for CLECs to enter the market… Read More

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