tv_dinner
join:2002-03-12
Chicago, IL
| reply to dddane
Re: U-verse in chicago? ETA?
No idea when it's coming to Chicago and I am surprised it hasn't hit Chicago yet. It should be faster than your current connection, although the speeds (6k down/1k up) currently offered are kind of weak compared to what Verizon or Comcast offers. I'm not sure how much speed is capable or will be offered in the future, but AT&T has mentioned they will increase speeds by the end of the year... but I reckon that will depend on area and competition.
My understanding is it is fiber to the curb/node (which IMO is a half-assed implementation), and NOT to the home. Correct me if I'm wrong, but essentially it's like having the central office moved close to 3000 feet from your home and from there your phone line is still used to deliver content.
I think the best way to describe U-Verse would be IPTV with DSL on the side. I know I would like to see faster speeds offered on par with FIOS or Comcast, just without Comcast's shady policies.
|
·
