Providers
| Average Cost | |
|---|---|
| AT&T | $59 |
| HughesNet | $0 |
High speed Internet is the way to go for most families and businesses. It allows immediately, continuous, and speedy connection to the web, as well as fast downloads, uploads, and web page browsing. Many businesses rely on fast and all-encompassing Internet connections every day, and with wireless technology, people can stay connected almost anywhere.
Providers in Alaska include AT&T, which not only offers Alaskans traditional high speed access in their homes and workplaces, but also offers a plan through WiMAX, allowing residents to take advantage of the company's cellular coverage to receive Internet access virtually anywhere within the coverage area. This option is great for those who travel throughout the state or who work outdoors or in areas without access to wireless high speed Internet. Or with other services like HughesNet, Alaskans can gain access to the web via satellite, allowing them to avoid cable companies and gain access anywhere in the world. Whatever their high speed Internet need, they can find a suitable plan with Alaskan high speed Internet providers.
High Speed Internet Knowledge Base
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News
- Business Workshop - Pittsburgh Post Gazette09/01/2010CNET (blog)Business WorkshopPittsburgh Post GazetteAs part of a national broadband plan rolled out in March, the FCC wants to make high-speed…
- The MiFi of your dreams - Fresno Bee09/01/2010The MiFi of your dreamsFresno BeeBut most people pay $50 to $60 for high-speed Internet, which makes the Virgin deal seem even more incredible. And…
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Discussions
Who has the best service comcast high speed internet or a high speed DSL internet line? Post by in , Post Your Reply
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in , says…
They are both reliable and fast services. Both are much faster than dsl and allow you to surf the internet at great speeds. Comcast is quoted as costing more though in severals areas of the US.
in , says…
Comcast has an awful reputation (http://consumerist.com/tag/comcast/) so pretty much any DSL would be better, even if it's a bit slower.
Is it possible to get any high speed internet service in my area without buying a phone or TV service? I just need high speed internet service only. Post by jc777donedeal in , Post Your Reply
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davicabianca in , says…
it depends on your area. have your computer search for a wifi signal. it will usualy show if its a private or business acess. when you try to use a private it will usualy ask for a log in to surf. if it is a business it will ask you to sing in or offer you the ability to purchase their service. i know here in mnneapolis, there is usi wick runs $15 per month anual contract plus one time fees and hardware
smgw in Bedford, TX says…
Thanks for your response:)
Is cheap high speed internet as reliable as expensive high speed internet? Post by in , Post Your Reply
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in , says…
Yes it is. Actaully I use the cheap high speed internet and only pay $20.00 a month and there is hardly ever any downtime. The only draw back is the slower speed. Like if you want to watch a youtube video, it will take longer to buffer and load rather than the fast connection speeds. But as for the gaming side of it there has been no difference, I still get a very low "Ping".
