Not too long ago, one might associate the word “bundle” with a bundle of joy. Now, it’s more likely about a bundle of Internet, phone and television services.

Phone and cable companies can provide all three, using different technologies. For example, Comcast’s phone service utilizes Voice over Internet Protocol through its advanced broadband network, while CenturyLink does it through traditional land lines. Comcast’s television service comes over cable lines, while CenturyLink uses DSL technology through any active phone jack.