Why does Qwest Feels Need For Speed, Rolls Out Faster Internet Service?
Targeting multiplayer online gamers, Qwest Monday launched high-speed Internet service that promises downstream connection speeds of 40 Mbps and upstream speeds of 20 Mbps. Initially, the speedier service will be available in Denver, Tucson, Salt Lake City and Minneapolis/St. Paul. Over the next few months Qwest said it will expand the service to select areas within 23 markets, including New Mexico, Oregon, Utah and Washington. “Faster download speeds are important, but upload speeds are getting more attention,” said Neil Cox, executive vice president of Qwest product and IT, in a statement. “By increasing connection speeds in both directions, Qwest is poised to support user-generated content and simultaneous high-bandwidth applications, like multiple online video streams and downloads or multiple players of online video games.” For an additional $5 per month, qualified Qwest customers can upgrade to the new service from their current 7 Mbps, 12 Mbps or 20 Mbps speed tiers. Otherwise,
Targeting multiplayer online gamers, Qwest Monday launched high-speed Internet service that promises downstream connection speeds of 40 Mbps and upstream speeds of 20 Mbps. Initially, the speedier service will be available in Denver, Tucson, Salt Lake City and Minneapolis/St. Paul. Over the next few months Qwest said it will expand the service to select areas within 23 markets, including New Mexico, Oregon, Utah and Washington. “Faster download speeds are important, but upload speeds are getting more attention,” said Neil Cox, executive vice president of Qwest product and IT, in a statement. “By increasing connection speeds in both directions, Qwest is poised to support user-generated content and simultaneous high-bandwidth applications, like multiple online video streams and downloads or multiple players of online video games.” For an additional $5 per month, qualified Qwest customers can upgrade to the new service from their current 7 Mbps, 12 Mbps or 20 Mbps speed tiers. Otherwise,
