EarthLink
Statement on FCC VoIP 911 Ruling [May 19, 2005]
ATLANTA,
May 19, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- The
following statement is in response to today's vote by
the Federal Communications Commission requiring Voice
Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) providers to support E-911
services, and is attributable to Dave Baker, EarthLink
(ELNK), vice president of law and public policy.
EarthLink and other VoIP providers are
committed to providing 911 services. We therefore support
FCC and Congressional efforts to ensure public safety
by requiring that VoIP subscribers have prompt access
to E-911.
"In order to meet this objective,
the FCC must ensure that incumbent phone companies provide
access to the interfaces needed to deliver and complete
E-911 calls.
"We look forward to working with
the FCC to ensure that the promise of VoIP and the safety
of consumers are realized together."
About
EarthLink
"EarthLink.
We revolve around you(TM)." As the nation's next
generation Internet service provider, Atlanta-based
EarthLink has earned an award-winning reputation for
outstanding customer service and its suite of online
products and services. According to the J.D. Power and
Associates 2004 Internet Service Provider Residential
Customer Satisfaction Study(SM), EarthLink is ranked
highest in customer satisfaction among high-speed and
dial up Internet Service Providers. Serving over five
million subscribers, EarthLink offers what every user
should expect from their Internet experience: high-quality
connectivity, minimal online intrusions, and customizable
features. Whether it's dial-up, high-speed, web hosting,
wireless voice and data services, or "EarthLink
Extras" like home networking, security or voice
over IP, EarthLink provides the tools that best let
individuals use and enjoy the Internet on their own
terms. Learn more about EarthLink by calling (800) EARTHLINK
or visiting EarthLink's Web site at www.earthlink.net
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