In a long-distant time, most people paid just one bill for their telecommunications services -- a check in the mail each month to American Telephone and Telegraph that afforded them the privilege of talking on the phone. Period.
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Living With Personal Technology Personal technology columnist Rob Pegoraro will be online to discuss The Washington Post's guide to wiring your lifestyle.
The Washington Post offers tips on how to shop for "wired" services, everything from Internet service to a wireless phone plan. Plus, what gifts are college grads pining for this year?
Check out how Cingular, Nextel, Sprint PCS, T-Mobile and Verizon Wireless fared in our test of signal strength at nine locations in the Washington region.
The Post's Ellen McCarthy asked members of the class of 2005 what they'd like to receive for a graduation gift. Check out details on the gadgets on their wish lists.
What cable companies serve your neighborhood? What's the price difference between basic and expanded service? How much are premium channels going for per month?