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RCN is an award winning high speed internet provider offering reliable and affordable internet services in Washington DC, with gigabit internet speeds up to 940* Mbps. You can surf, game, stream, and connect wirelessly to multiple devices through RCN’s powerful fiber-optic network. RCN delivers seamless WiFi for your home and video streaming through a blazing fast, secure connection.

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Digital TV

Included with your RCN Digital TV service:

  • RCN On Demand - from new movies to full seasons of current TV shows, RCN On Demand allows you to watch whenever you want. Get free and unlimited access to popular TV shows, including entire past seasons.
  • Interactive TV Guide - find all your favorite shows, sporting events, movies, music channels, and local network programming with customized searches by title, actor, category or keyword. The Interactive TV Guide also gives you on-screen descriptions for programs and you can browse ahead to see what’s coming up.
  • Parental Controls - You can use Parental Controls to help manage how your children view TV programming. Use a passcode to lock specific program titles, shows with specific ratings or block individual channels.

Internet

Included with your RCN Internet service:

  • Speed You Need - RCN has the speed you need, all at an incredible price. Whether you spend hours online or surf occasionally, using one device or ten devices – RCN offers a variety of speeds to best fit your online needs!
  • RCN Webmail - a feature rich webmail account with calendar functionality, web applications like Yahoo Maps and Contact Cleaner, and 5 GB of storage.
  • Internet Security - to get you started RCN offers McAfee® internet security products and RCN’s Service Protection plan.

Phone

Included with your RCN Phone service:

  • Unlimited Nationwide Calling - with no per-minute long-distance rates, Call anywhere in the United States including Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands and Canada.
  • Tons of Great Features - with 17 free phone features included, master your personal communications with Caller ID, Call Forwarding, Call Waiting and more.
  • Digital Voicemail - you don't need an answering machine! Receive up to 20 messages that are saved for 30 days or until deleted.

Terms & Conditions

Offers valid for new residential customers only. Monthly rates subject to applicable taxes, franchise fees and government-imposed charges and fees and are not included in the price. Installation and one-time fees may apply. Service offerings are contingent upon RCN verification that the specific address covered by the service request is an RCN serviceable location. Programming, channel location and packaging subject to change. HD programming requires an HD compatible converter. Internet speeds may vary and are not guaranteed. Certain services may require compatible equipment available at an additional monthly charge. Leased equipment must be returned to RCN if service is cancelled. All sales subject to credit check. Other restrictions may apply. Not all services available in all areas.

RCN’s promotional offer extends defined, set pricing for the period of 12 months after installation on the bundle of services that constitute your service package including digital TV, high-speed Internet and/or phone. Distinct pricing exists for months 1-12. Any additional services, such as equipment, premium channels and other tiers of service are subject to an additional charge and regular increases. Additional fees apply for taxes, surcharges, equipment, activation and installation that are not included as part of the package and are subject to increases. No contract is required to take advantage of the promotional pricing and savings. No early terminations fees apply in the event service is terminated in advance of the 12-month duration. Customer is responsible for any accrued service charges in the event service is canceled.

Other restrictions may apply. All names, logos, images and service marks are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved. Please see full terms and conditions.

*All prices exclude taxes, surcharges, fees and may exclude equipment.

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What internet services are available in your area?

RCN offers a number of internet options in Washington DC to best fit your lifestyle. Internet deals for up to 250 Mbps* speeds start at $29.99 per month. Gig internet with speeds up to 940 Mbps* is also available starting at $49.99 per month.

What areas does RCN service internet to in Washington DC?

RCN provides internet services in Adams Morgan, Dupont Circle, Friendship Heights and many other cities and neighborhoods in Washington DC. RCN also covers parts of Fairfax, Falls Church, and Montgomery counties. View the full list of RCN’s serviceable areas in the DC Metro area.

Do I need a contract to get internet services?

No contract is required for internet services with RCN.

Is fiber optic internet available in Washington DC?

Yes! Fiber internet is available in Washington DC with speeds up to 940* Mbps. The use of optical fiber enables higher internet speeds than other forms of communication, such as copper wire, that drastically reduce bandwidth.

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*Internet download speeds may vary and are not guaranteed. Observed speeds may vary based on device connection & other factors outside of RCN’s control. Gig Internet offers speeds up to 940 Mbps. See rcn.com/yourspeed for why speeds may vary. Certain equipment may be required to receive Gigabit speeds up to 940 Mbps. RCN substantiates that the cable modem equipment provided, and the configuration of such cable modem, meets the broadband speeds advertised when attached to a wired connection based on SamKnows testing procedures. High-speed modem required for RCN High-Speed Internet service.If a data outlet is needed, an additional outlet fee may apply in addition to applicable installation fees. Actual speeds may vary; stated speeds are up to subscribed to/stated speed and are not guaranteed. The actual range and reliability of a wireless network is affected by a number of factors. Downstream data speed may be affected by whether the data accessed is cached or non-cached; Internet-related factors, such as the location and configuration of each accessed server; internal network factors, including customer compliance with RCN usage policies set forth in the acceptable usage policy; the level of overall traffic; and the customer’s computer configuration. RCN's FCC Network Management Disclosure makes available information regarding our network management practices and the performance and commercial terms of our Internet access services to enable you to make informed choices regarding the purchase and use of our services, in accordance with Part 8 of the Rules of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

*The availability of services, pricing and offerings displayed on www.rcn.com are for residential NEW RCN customers only. Commercial and business pricing and service offerings differ. Other restrictions may apply. Service offerings are contingent upon RCN verification that the specific address covered by the service request is an RCN serviceable location. Prices do not include taxes, franchise fees or other surcharges. Learn more about taxes and surcharges. Services and pricing are subject to change. All prices exclude taxes, surcharges, fees and equipment. At the end of your promotional period, standard rates apply. Services are subject to RCN’s customer terms and conditions, online shopping terms and conditions, and other applicable terms and conditions.

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Restrictions apply. Activation and installation not included. $10.95 per month includes 1 base eero and 1 beacon eero. Each additional eero beacon is $5.00 per month. For more info visit rcn.com or call. All names, logos, images and service marks are property of their respective owners. ® 2024 RCN Telecom, LLC. All rights reserved.

** Same or next day installation is not guaranteed. Availability varies by market and is limited to availability of appointments during normal business hours Monday- Saturday.
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Restrictions apply. For more info visit rcn.com or call. All names, logos, images and service marks are property of their respective owners. ® 2024 RCN Telecom, LLC. All rights reserved.