Qwest Slashes Prices

Times are hard, and the economy is taking its toll on individuals. Many people are cutting back on luxuries, but Qwest is making it possible to keep your premium Internet service, without paying the price. In response to “challenging economic times,” Qwest is cutting prices of its premium high-speed Internet service by 40 percent. While the Qwest Connect® Quantum with Windows Live™ with speeds up to 20 Mbps used to cost nearly 100 dollars, you can now get it for $59.99 a month. This holds true whether you’re a new customer or an old one. If you’re a current subscriber, you will notice an automatic change in your bill, according to Qwest.

The Qwest Connect® Silver with Windows Live™ package already experience price cuts in November, with prices being cut from $39.99 to $14.99. A spokeswoman for Qwest stated that these price cuts weren’t affected by competition, but that they were made in isolation. She added, “Given the current economic and competitive environment [Qwest] believe[s] this promotional pricing will help them continue to get their higher speed products in front of more people.” She claimed that these services were already being received positively by customers in the markets where they have been rolled out.

The Executive Vice President of Mass Markets at Qwest, Dan Yost, said in a statement, “The value of reliable high-speed Internet that connects people to what’s important in their lives is fast becoming a priority—even more so in challenging economic times.” So if it is a necessity, why pay more than you need to? Now with Qwest, you can get fast, reliable high-speed Internet without busting your wallet. Save some money this New Year, choose Qwest.

Qwest Helps Prevent Cyberbullying

Cyberbullying is more a problem now than it has ever been in the past. For something that has a broad range of definitions and practices, cyberbullying is sometimes hard to pin down. Using the Internet, whether through the actual computer, or phones, in order to hurt other users is an increasingly occurring practice. It is easier to do, with the anonymity that the Internet can provide. Also, with the increasing popularity of blogging and social networking sites, the opportunities seem to present themselves.

To address this issue, Qwest is helping instruct educators on preventing cyberbullying. This first-of-its-kind prevention curriculum was created by Mike Donlin, who is the Project Manager for Prevention-intervention and Technology Services at Seattle Public Schools, as well as a member of Qwest’s Online Safety Coalition. The curriculum was funded by Qwest. Donlin said “Kids become cyberbullies because of the power and anonymity they are afforded by the Internet.” He added, “Because cyberbullying can impede a child’s ability to succeed in school, it must be addressed at home and in the classroom.”

 The Senior Vice President of Public Policy for Qwest, Steve Davis, said “Qwest and the Qwest Foundation realize that families and children are doing more online than ever—from keeping up with friends on social networks to researching for class projects—and we’re committed to equipping them with the education that will keep them surfing safely.” He added, “Thanks to his cyberbullying prevention curriculum and how-to guide, Mike Donlin, Qwest and the Qwest Foundation are now bringing that education directly to the classroom.”

Hopefully this is a step towards reducing the high rate of 43 percent of cyberbullying that occurs in teens between the ages of 13 and 18. The guide to help prevent cyberbullying is available at www.IncredibleInternet.com, for a free download.

Qwest Delivers Economy Prices

Save money this season while still getting all the great things you need. Qwest lets you do just that with low prices and amazing entertainment packages. If the economy has gotten you down, rise above it and get entertainment that will knock your socks off. Qwest has brought back old-time pricing, with special rates for new customers.

Get Qwest High-Speed Internet® with speeds of 1.5 Mbps. This offer will only cost you $14.99 per month, over a promotional period of a year. Connect to everything you love, email, shopping, information, and communication, all available with Qwest High-Speed Internet®.

As indicated by the telco, you could also get higher speeds, up to 7 Mbps with the Connect Platinum tier. This only costs you $24.99 each month for a year, after that, customers will pay the regular price. With these offers, new customers are required to sign up for a landline. Existing customers can upgrade to Platinum, Titanium, or Qwest Connect® Quantum with Windows Live™, to receive amazing rates and lightning fast speeds up to 20 Mbps. If existing customers sign a two-year long agreement, you will get two months completely free!

High-speed Internet does not need to be an extravagance; it is a necessary form of communication, so it should be priced as such. With Qwest you get the speed that keeps you connected, with the price that keeps your wallet intact.

Done Right Improves with Qwest Services

Done Right!® (www.doneright.com), which provides customers with directories, both online and print for home services, turned to Qwest to beat out the competition. Qwest Communications delivers all the advanced services, like data and voice, to Done Right! so they can improve their services and expand into all the major markets in the United States.

Paul Ryan, the CEO of Done Right! said, “We hold our technology providers to the same high standards we demand of the businesses in our directories.” He added, “Using VoIP, Qwest surpassed our expectations by delivering the more robust network we need today, and a cost-effective, scalable solution to grow with us.”

VoIP lets companies like Done Right! an efficient method to do business, because it combines data and voice onto one connection, all transferred over the Internet publically. This saves money and provides a network method that is flexible and available to everyone. The Executive Vice President of Qwest Business Markets Group, Teresa Taylor, said “Qwest has the world-class services and technical expertise to design business solutions that support both ha customer’s immediate needs while anticipating the future demand. That’s a critical combination for an online directory business like Done Right!, or any fast-growing company.”

Qwest is stepping it up once again so companies like Done Right! can get the services they need, at an affordable, reasonable price.

Qwest Sponsors USA Hockey Tour

Qwest delivers real entertainment by sponsoring the Qwest Tour for USA Hockey. Gearing up for the Olympics, the U.S. Women’s National Hockey Team will play 10 games, to prepare for the 2010 Winter Games in Vancouver, and now you can see the groundwork. Starting at the Xcel Energy Center on September 25, 2009, the Tour will continue on to nine other cities in the US and goes through February of 2010.

Speaking of Qwest’s involvement, the Executive Director of USA Hockey, Dave Ogrean, said “The Qwest Tour will not only bring the top level of women's hockey to cities around the country, but it will be a huge asset in preparing our team to compete for the gold medal at the 2010 Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver.”

The Director of Sponsorships and Events at Qwest, Rich Karlis said, “Qwest is thrilled to support the U.S. Women’s National Hockey Team and to be a part of their journey to the 2010 Olympic Games.” He added, “The Qwest Tour brings world-class match-ups to fans across the U.S. and Qwest services will bring USA hockey fans closer to the action as the team prepares to compete for Olympic gold.”

This is an ongoing commitment between Qwest and USA Hockey, as Qwest has been a sponsor for over a year. With this advancement, Qwest is vamping up the exposure for women’s hockey. Now you can enjoy the U.S. Women’s National Hockey Team and keep updated with all the events, because you can follow them on tour at QwestTour.com, through Facebook.com, or even sign up to get weekly text messages.

In August of 2009, the roster for the U.S. Women’s National Team for 2009-2010 will be announced. Then, from that squad, 21 players will be chosen to participate in the Olympic Winter Games 2010. Qwest, a leading provider, is committed to delivering all the action to your television.