Sofast Communications Increases Local Internet Access Capability

Sofast Communications announced today the expansion of their local access numbers for Dial Up Internet users. "The new program allows us to offer affordable Internet access to a larger audience," said Gordon McManus, CEO of Sofast Communications. "We grew our local calling area from just over 2,500 local access numbers to over 8,500. One area of focus has been, and always will be, to offer affordable Internet access to the nation, with premier technical support from a Montana company."

The addition of the new local calling numbers allow Internet users to access the web without incurring long-distance charges that can be found with other Internet providers. "This type of service is extremely important for those that travel," said McManus, "you are able to take your computer with you, plug it in and dial out just like you would with your current Internet."

In addition to delivering dialup Internet access, Sofast is currently providing hundreds of Montanans with high-speed, broadband Internet access by means of licensed wireless networks and digital subscriber lines. Broadband service is currently available in over 500 nationwide locations and in the following Montana markets: Billings, Bozeman, Butte, Great Falls, Helena, and Missoula.

Pricing and Availability

Sofast offers the nationwide dialup service for $13 per month for unlimited access. Sofast Nitro, a dialup accelerator that allows users to experience speeds up to 5 times faster than standard dialup connections, is available for an additional $5 per month. It is added to a customers existing dialup account and includes: the accelerator technology, 24×7 tech support, Virus and Spam filtering, Ad and Popup blocker, one Email account, and unlimited access. With more than 8,500 connection numbers nationwide, there is rarely a connection fee or access charge. In addition, Sofast Communication provides 24 hour technical support, 7 days a week. For more information about Sofast and its current services, please visit the company’s web site at http://www.sofast.net or call toll free 1-877-776-3278.

About Sofast Communications

Founded in 1999 and locally owned and operated, Sofast Communications provides nationwide dialup and regional broadband Internet access. The Sofast network primarily delivers IP data services throughout Montana. As one of the largest and fastest growing service providers in the Northwest, Sofast is constantly expanding its service area and service portfolio. Sofast currently offers business class, high-speed, broadband Internet access to over 50% of Montana’s population. Sofast is the first Montana based service provider to offer nationwide dialup Internet access.

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