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Windstream recognized for strong Ethernet growthLITTLE ROCK, Ark., Feb. 28, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Windstream (NASDAQ:WIN), a leading provider of advanced network communications, today announced that for the second straight year it has climbed analyst firm Vertical Systems Group’s annual ranking of U.S. Ethernet providers. Each year, Vertical Systems Group issues its Carrier Ethernet LEADERBOARD rankings that include providers with the largest domestic market share. Windstream’s continued capital investments in its local and national fiber networks have resulted in strong market growth that has allowed the company to continue to move up the analyst firm’s ranking. “Windstream has made a commitment to invest in our technology, people and processes to deliver a best-in-class experience for all of our customers,” said Joseph Harding, chief marketing officer of Windstream. “A significant focus of that investment has been to increase the quality and availability of our Carrier Ethernet services, and Vertical Systems Group’s ranking is proof that we are making a positive difference that is recognized by our customers.” Vertical Systems Group’s Carrier Ethernet LEDERBOARD is the industry’s foremost benchmark for measuring Ethernet Service Provider market presence. The firm calculates port shares using the base of enterprise installations of Ethernet services, plus input from surveys of Ethernet providers. "We continue to see the demand for Ethernet services growing, especially in the segments of the market where Windstream is targeting its strategic services," said Rick Malone, principal of Vertical Systems Group. "This is Windstream's second year on our LEADERBOARD, which confirms the company's continued investments in its fiber networks should put Windstream in a good position for the future." About Windstream Media Contact Sarah C. Davis, 720.529.7611 [email protected] |