Types of Telephone Service

• Basic Local Service generally includes dial tone that allows you to make local calls, and to receive calls. Your local calling area usually covers calls nearest where you live or work. Local calls usually are not itemized on your bill. Being listed in and receiving the telephone book are also included in local service.
  
• Local Toll or Regional Toll Service (also called local long distance or intra-LATA) covers calls outside your local calling area, but within your regional calling area. (There are seven regional calling areas in New York State).
  
• Long Distance Toll Service covers calls that travel outside your regional calling area, either within New York State or out-of-state.
  
• Other Optional Services can include caller ID, call waiting, directory assistance, inside wire repair plans, and special billing, as well as Internet access and wireless telephone services.