Cable company provides Internet access opportunity to low-income families

Comcast's Internet Essentials program is offering up to six months of complimentary Internet service for low-income families.

The broadband adoption program provides low-cost broadband service for $9.95 a month plus tax, the option to buy an Internet-ready computer for less than $150 and multiple options to access free digital literacy training. Eligible families must have at least one child eligible to participate in the National School Lunch Program.

New families who apply for Internet Essentials and are approved by Sept. 20 will receive up to six months of complimentary Internet service.

For more information about Internet Essentials and Comcast's amnesty program for low-income families, go to http://tinyurl.com/ndp45bp.