Friday's Internet Edition, August 29, 2008.
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| Officials from Time Warner Cable and the City of Copperas Cove, as well as several citizens, gathered to cut the ribbon on the new Neighborhood Technology Center at the Cove Public Library – Photo by TERRY BEEKMAN. |
News editor - The City of Copperas Cove recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony at the new Time Warner Neighborhood Technology Center in the public library.
As part of the franchise agreement between the two entities, Time Warner donated five Gateway computers for a Neighborhood Technology Center at the Copperas Cove Public Library.
“Many people do not have access to computer technology or the Internet, thus creating a Digital Divide,” said Time Warner President Johnny Mankin during the ribbon cutting ceremony.
“The Neighborhood Technology Center will address Digital Divide issues that are pervasive in our urban community,” Mankin said.
He said the availability of computer technology, along with the high-speed connection provided by Road Runner High Speed Online allows local residents to gain access to additional computers and ultimately the World Wide Web.
“We’re making communities a better place to live, one neighborhood at a time, by giving children the opportunity to do homework as well as learn, grow and explore their full capabilities,” Mankin said.
“At the same time, we’re helping adults communicate, improve their work skills and stay connected with the world, family and friends.”
Time Warner Cable is an entertainment, information and communications company. The company offers a variety of cable television and telecommunications services including digital cable service and high-speed Internet access.
Time Warner Cable provides cable television and High-Speed Internet services to approximately 115,000 customers in the Central Texas area. The company has built its reputation on providing customers with 24-hour local service, a vast variety of entertainment choices including local programming of special interest, and a satisfaction guarantee.
Time Warner Cable provides more than 130 schools in its service area with free standard basic cable. More than 500 hours of commercial free programming airs monthly on cable networks. These programs have extended copyright clearances, meet curriculum standards and are geared to be taped and used in the classroom.