The Boston Globe

Business

Verizon to require landline in DSL package

Move will affect new customers

Verizon will require new customers who want its high-speed DSL internet service to also a buy landline telephone, a move the company said would allow it to better control costs. The telecommunications giant told customers this week it would no longer offer high-speed Internet service as a stand alone feature. As of May 6, people who want to its DSL high-speed service will now need to add a land line telephone connection to their account.

Are you a home delivery subscriber?

Get FREE access as part of your print subscription

Start Here

Contact us for help

Your comment is subject to the rules of our Posting Policy

This comment may appear on your public profile. Public Profile FAQ