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    Newbie with internet

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by wagonproject, Dec 26, 2006.

  1. wagonproject

    wagonproject Notebook Consultant

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    Not sure if this the right place to post or if there even is a place but this seems like the place, lol. I have had AOL (yes I know before you say anything its bad, lol) for a long time. I am looking for a new faster connection. My phone provider, verizon doesnt offer dsl in my area as we are to far away from the main plant or building. There isnt any other phone providers that we can have as only verizon does this area. So my question is, what are my options if I have any? Thanks for the help guys!
     
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  2. vespoli

    vespoli 402 NBR Reviewer

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    Welcome to the forums!

    I think there are a few options for you to explore:

    1.) Satellite internet
    2.) Cable internet (Through your local cable tv provider)
    3.) Fiber (does verizon offer fios in your area?)
    4.) Mobile broadband (mobile phone companies)
     
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  3. Jalf

    Jalf Comrade Santa

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    Just to elaborate a bit on those options:

    You have to be wary with satellite. First, your upstream connection is just a regular modem, which is slooow. Downstream, it's a lot faster. That works well for web browsing, but if you need to upload data or transfer files to others, it's a really bad solution. The second problem is the huge latency. The signal is bounced out to a satellite and back, which takes a while. So for gaming, this is downright horrible, but again, for regular web browsing it may be acceptable.

    Fiber is a great solution if it's available in your area. Fast as hell, and as future proof as you're going to get. But not that widespread yet.

    Cable is the most common option next to DSL, and provides roughly equivalent speeds at a roughly equivalent price. That's probably a good bet.
     
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