I'm shocked, shocked to report that Southwestern Bell is being accused of stifling competition:
Ten companies are accusing SBC Southwestern Bell of putting up roadblocks to thwart competition.In a complaint filed with the Texas Public Utility Commission, they claim the regional Bell has rejected a higher-than-usual number of orders for access to its network since October.
As a result, the companies contend they have been unable to provide timely and cost-competitive service to some customers who want high-capacity T1 lines for voice and data products, a market historically dominated by Southwestern Bell, the complaint says.