Qwest Communications, Inc. no longer exists as an independent entity. In 2011, Qwest Communications was acquired by CenturyLink, Inc. Therefore, any information about Qwest as a standalone company will be historical.
Qwest, headquartered in Denver, Colorado, was a major telecommunications company in the United States. Its primary business was providing communications and connectivity services, including:
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- Long-distance telephone service: Qwest offered long-distance calling plans to residential and business customers across the country.
- Local telephone service: In certain regions, Qwest provided local telephone service.
- Internet access: Qwest offered various broadband internet services, including DSL and, later, fiber optic connections.
- Data networking: The company provided data networking solutions for businesses, including private lines and other dedicated connections.
- Wholesale services: Qwest also sold wholesale telecommunications services to other carriers.
Qwest's network infrastructure was extensive, covering a significant portion of the western United States. Its history involved significant expansion and acquisitions, building a large customer base and a complex network.
The acquisition by CenturyLink marked the end of Qwest as a separate company. CenturyLink integrated Qwest's assets and operations into its own, creating a larger telecommunications provider. Many of the services formerly offered under the Qwest brand are now offered under the CenturyLink brand. Customers who were previously with Qwest were transitioned to CenturyLink services. Information about the legacy Qwest services can be found within the history of CenturyLink.
