Establishments known as Internet service providers (ISPs), narrowband, primarily engaged in providing clients access to the Internet and related services such as web hosting, web page designing, and hardware or software consulting related to Internet connectivity. These establishments may provide local, regional, or national coverage for clients or provide backbone services (except telecommunications carriers) for other Internet service providers (ISPs).

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

  • Internet broadcasting (radio)--are classified in 51611000, Internet Publishing and Broadcasting;
  • Designing web sites for others on a fee basis--are classified in 54151100, Custom Computer Programming Services;
  • Providing telecommunications related consulting services--are classified in 54161800, Other Management Consulting Services;
  • Internet service providers (ISP broadband) (cable, DSL)--are classified in 51811110, Internet service providers (broadband); and
  • Providing web hosting services--are classified in 51821000, Data Processing, Hosting, and Related Services.