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Verizon Wireless Invests $302 Million In Ohio

By TechTaffy Desk

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Verizon Wireless has invested $302 million in 2011 to enhance its network in Ohio, which includes the expansion of 4G LTE to 45 cities and towns across the state.

Since the company was formed in 2000, Verizon Wireless has invested more than $2.2 billion on improvements to its network in Ohio.

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