Bryan Byrd, a Comcast spokesman, said the launch of its next generation DOCSIS 3.0 enables access of speeds up to 50 Mbps – about three times faster than its broadband service.
Besides Salinas, other affected areas in Monterey County include Carmel, Carmel Valley, Del Rey Oaks, Marina, Monterey, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach, Sand City, Seaside and Spreckels.
The “Extreme 50” service runs close to $140 monthly. Residents may also subscribe to a less expensive wideband service called “Ultra,” offered at half the price and speed.