Williamson County telecommunications service is provided by Verizon, with long distance provided by numerous national and local carriers. Over 25 companies offer computer users high-speed internet access via broadband, wireless, T-1 and other recent technologies. Clearwave,EarthLink, Verizon, Comcast, Futiva and AT&T are among the telecommunications carriers serving Williamson County. Connect SI is a regional initiative built upon broadband connectivity, with the concept that dispersed assets can be connected to make southern Illinois a driving force in the world economy.
