Consider your location and needs to determine the best ISP for you.
Consider your location and needs to determine the best ISP for you.
An ONT changes Fiber to Coax and Ethernet connections. Coax is mainly for TV service, while the router they use also supports internet. The Ethernet port lets you link any router to it. I’m unsure about the exact installation process. Homes and apartments differ in setup, just like in apartments where the landlord controls what works. For instance, the landlord might only provide coax inside the apartment, meaning only a Verizon router would function. The setup really depends on how the service is arranged. You should consult Verizon or your landlord about this. If you want Verizon to install their equipment, you must use their devices. For those who own their gear, it’s our job to fix any issues ourselves. This is standard across all ISPs in the US. That’s why many people opt for the equipment they supply, even though some ISPs charge extra or require a purchase like Verizon does. Also, note you mentioned being unable to afford $50 a month. Remember, the Verizon plan costs $39.99 before taxes and fees. With Comcast, we pay for TV fees, sports charges, modem rentals (unless you own it), FCC recovery fees, sales tax, cable box rental, and even city fees in Romulus. So that $39.99 can easily rise to $80. Before we stopped cable TV, we spent at least $40 monthly on TV boxes, and before dropping digital voice service, we paid $10 a month for modem rentals. Overall, the $120 monthly plan quickly becomes $160. Most cable, phone, and fiber providers charge similar fees—just with different names. Ultimately, they keep you under the line with these hidden charges.