Priority 1

Services which are generally funded before Priority 2 services.

Telecommunications Services

These are leased, tariffed, contracted, or month-to-month services that are used to communicate information electronically between sites. The services MUST be provided by an eligible Telecommunications Service provider. Examples of Telecommunications Services include T-1 lines, basic telephone service, and ISDN. Broadcast services (such as over-the-air radio and television) and cable TV are not considered Telecommunications Services.

Internet Access

"Basic conduit access" to the Internet, including e-mail, is eligible for discount, and can be provided by an eligible Telecommunications Services provider or any commercial organization.

Priority 2

Services funded if available after Priority 1 services are funded.

Internal Connections

Internal Connections consist of the wiring and components that expand data access within a school or library, such as to individual classrooms within a school. Internal Connections can be provided by any commercial organization.

Basic Maintenance