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Complimentary Internet CenturyLink will provide Internet service to the commission and up to 5 static IP addresses at the highest speed capable at the location. Twin Cities Metro-Wide PEG Interconnect CenturyLink will provide the ability for all cities in the Metro Area to share live programming. • For example, if Anoka High School is playing a game against Coon Rapids High School,the Commission will be able to take the live feed being produced in Coon Rapids and play it over the channel in Anoka. • Opportunity for collaborative programming, benefiting local and regional subscribers. Complimentary Service All City Halls and all other institutions receiving free Comcast service may receive complimentary Prism TV service. Member cities are responsible for the inside wiring. Will not duplicate Comcast service except at City Hall. Comparison to other terms in Comcast Franchise Substantially Similar CenturyLink Franchise and Comcast Franchise are identical in most respects. Term CenturyLink's Franchise term is 10 years. Comcast's term was 15 years, which has been extended. Customer Service CenturyLink has committed to having a customer service office within the Commission area. All other obligations same as Comcast. Indemnification of the City. CenturyLink has an additional indemnification commitment that Comcast does not have. Access Channel Commitments CenturyLink may provide more channels in HD than Comcast. PEG support may be used in Commission's discretion. PEG support of 3% is expected to equal or exceed Comcast's somewhat differing calculation. Cable Service to Public Buildings CenturyLink will provide service to up to 7 boxes at City Halls and 5 additional "wild card" set top boxes and up to 3 at all other government buildings with service and equipment. Comcast's commitment is more limited. 486160v2 QU210-6 3