Results for tag: "Local Exchange Carrier"

The Local Exchange Carrier (LEC) market is a segment of the telecommunications and networks industry that provides local telephone services to residential and business customers. LECs are responsible for the maintenance and operation of the local telephone network, which includes the physical infrastructure such as cables, switches, and other equipment. They also provide services such as voice, data, and video transmission, as well as internet access. LECs are regulated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and must adhere to certain standards and regulations. They are also subject to competition from other providers, such as cable companies and wireless providers. Some of the major companies in the LEC market include AT&T, Verizon, CenturyLink, Windstream, and Frontier Communications. These companies provide local telephone services to customers in the United States and other countries. Show Less Read more