June 25, 2002

Julie Pickett, (907) 772-3292 or jpickett@gci.com
David Morris, (907) 265-5396 or dmorris@gci.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

GCI OFFERS CABLE MODEM INTERNET ACCESS TO PETERSBURG

PETERSBURG, AK -- The next generation of Internet access has arrived in Petersburg. GCI, Alaska's largest Internet Service Provider, announced today that high-speed, dedicated access to the Internet via cable modems is now available.

"With the initiation of cable modem service, Petersburg can realize the true potential of being a wired community," said Julie Pickett, GCI office manager. "This will allow us to overcome the limitations of slower dial-up service and foster new opportunities for commerce, education and residential use."

Cable modems use the coaxial cable that provides television service instead of the traditional copper wire from the local telephone company. Coaxial cable has a much greater carrying capacity than telephone wire, and can be used simultaneously to deliver both cable television service and Internet access. Customers can watch their favorite cable show, talk on the telephone and surf the Internet at blazing speeds--all at the same time.

According to Pickett the high-speed service comes after 11 months of plant and equipment upgrades.

GCI's cable modem service appeals to a wide variety of customers including families, professionals who work at home, educators and people who enjoy interactive computer games.

GCI's cable modem service appeals to a wide variety of customers including families, professionals who work at home, educators and people who enjoy interactive computer games.

GCI's cable modem Internet service provides 256 kilobits-per-second to 1.5 megabit-per-second access speed and free 24-hour technical support via telephone or online. Each modem can support up to eight computers and can be used in a local area network. Customers can stay connected 24-hours-a-day, 365-days-a-year, allowing for real-time information and e-mail access.

The cost for cable modem service is as low as $49.99 per month when bundled with GCI long-distance service. No term contract is required and the modem equipment is included in the price. Service is available for both residential and business users. Currently, customers can receive free activation and the first two months of service are half-off.

In order to use GCI's cable modem service, users must have an Ethernet equipped computer and subscribe to at least basic cable television service.

To learn more about GCI's cable modem service or to experience a live demonstration, visit the Petersburg GCI office, 914 South Nordic Drive, or go to www.gci.com for more information. Residential customers may call 772-3292 during regular business hours or 1-800-800-4800 after hours. Business customers may call 1-800-522-8424.

GCI (Nasdaq: GNCMA) is an Alaska-based integrated communications provider delivering voice, video and data services through its fiber optic, satellite, hybrid fiber coaxial and metropolitan area networks. More information about GCI can be found at www.gci.com.