ASTAC and AT&T.

• Position: Inside Alaska Business

Wireless service just got better and faster for Arctic Slope Telephone Association Cooperative's (ASTAC) Barrow customers. ASTAC, in collaboration with AT&T, has upgraded its wireless service from 2G to 4G in Barrow, bringing the first HSPA+ high-speed data service to the region and with it, new opportunities.

The new service extends miles out to sea and onto the tundra. Customers will now also be able to enjoy streaming media, picture messaging, and shared data plans.

ASTAC signed a long-term strategic agreement with AT&T...