No, I’m not talking about getting naked.  I’m referring to high speed or broadband internet that comes across the telephone line without a telephone number.  The phone companies have pushed back on this for a long time, but as part of the AT&T and Bell South merger, this feature has become available.  This means that you can request DSL without paying for the landline phone and all of the fees that come with it.

I found two different methods to set this up.  The first method from cnet.com appears to be for those who don’t have any phone service:

• Call the AT&T Dry Loop department directly at 888-800-4095.
• Ask to switch to “DSL direct”.
• If they give you a hassle, say it’s a retention offer.

For full details on method 1.

The second method appears to be for those who already have a telephone number but don’t want it because they only use it for internet service.

Step 1: Call 1-800-264-0002.

Step 2: Ignore the automated messages. Do not do anything until it asks what state you are in.

Step 3: Say what state you’re in.

Method 2 details in full.

Last but not least, from everything I’ve read “naked” DSL is also called Dry Loop DSL or DSL Direct, your mileage may vary.  Go forth and save some money!