### Question
What is the definition of telecommunications equipment?


### Answer
The definition of **telecommunications equipment** is as follows in *47 U.S.C. § 153*:

> equipment, other than customer premises equipment, used by a carrier to provide telecommunications services, and includes software integral to such equipment (including upgrades)

#### Citation:
  - *47 U.S.C. § 153*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 5-WIRE OR RADIO COMMUNICATION > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL PROVISIONS**

