Level 3 Communications announced it will to provide E-911 to Packet8’s nomadic and fixed-location customers. Under the terms of the agreement, Level 3 will provide the underlying network for 8×8’s E-911solution using Level 3 E-911 Direct service.

E-911 delivers address-specific and call-back information to Public Service Answering Points (PSAPs) when VoIP users make a 911 call, enabling first responders to be dispatched to the scene even if the caller is unable to
speak or if the call is suddenly disconnected.

Level 3 operates one of the largest Internet backbones in the world with competitive local exchange carrier (CLEC) status in all 50 states. This existing infrastructure provides the network foundation upon which Level 3 enables its E-911 solution.