Why is NCTC the dominant (and sometimes only) service provider in some areas?

While North Central does have competition in many parts of its service area for several key services, our competitors are not bound by regulation and law as we are to provide service to all parts of a rural area. Therefore, our competitors often choose to only provide service to those areas where it is profitable for them. But providing universal service, no matter how rural or remote, is our mission. That’s why we are here, and therefore we continue to offer services to all parts of our service area.