Alexandria, TN-2020

DEKALB TELEPHONE COOPERATIVE INC. DBA DTC COMMUNICATIONS

DeKalb Telephone Cooperative Inc (DTC) has been the local tele- phone company serving areas in Alexandria, Auburntown, Gordons- ville, Liberty, Milton, Norene, Smithville, Temperance Hall, Woodbury, and Woodland since 1951. We were created by local citizens to bring basic telephone service to these rural areas at a time when none ex- isted, owing to the higher costs and lack of profits in servicing rural areas of Tennessee.

We have served, and endeavor to continue to serve, both residen- tial and commercial customers in our rural communities with quality telecommunications services at competitive rates. In addition to our basic telephone services, we bring advanced tele- communications services to our rural communities, including Internet access, high speed data services, special calling features, voice mail, Tech Team service, TV and security.

Access to Operator Services There is no direct charge from DTC Communications for the ability to call the operator; how- ever, the call does involve charges depending on the service requested and the rates of the company whose operator handled the call. Access to Directory Assistance Callers may access local, interlata and interstate directory assistance. Charges will apply at the tariffed rate in effect at the time of the call, based on the company whose operator pro- vides the information. DTC customers are allowed two local (intralata) directory assistance There is no charge from DTC Communications for the ability to place and receive calls through long distance carriers that offer service through our network; however, the call may involve a charge from the long distance carrier, depending on the type of call. Toll Limitation Services Toll denial is available at tariffed rates. calls per billing period without charge. Access to Long Distance Carriers

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