41.   ExciteAtHome offers fast Internet connections over cable modems and runs a network of Web sites, including the excite.com portal and bluemountain.com online greeting cards.

42.   Officials contend fast connections for a small community are a necessity to attract business.

43.   Slaymaker said the company remains convinced of the wisdom in its focus on making chips for cell phones, high-speed wireless data and fast Internet connections to homes.

44.   The Bell companies could use their phone lines to deliver these fast connections and meet the requirements.

45.   Particular importance would be placed upon high-capacity links to provide users with fast connections even when lines are under heavy use.