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Top satellite internet options or other alternatives available.

Top satellite internet options or other alternatives available.

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MrJoris02
Member
195
08-01-2018, 06:39 AM
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I reside in a remote location, relying solely on satellite internet. Have you explored other options? I reached out to the major providers—Comcast, Charter, and AT&T—but they’re unavailable. A few years ago, Comcast offered a plant extension for $1200 to bring cable service to my home. Please let me know soon.
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MrJoris02
08-01-2018, 06:39 AM #1

I reside in a remote location, relying solely on satellite internet. Have you explored other options? I reached out to the major providers—Comcast, Charter, and AT&T—but they’re unavailable. A few years ago, Comcast offered a plant extension for $1200 to bring cable service to my home. Please let me know soon.

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Gbop10
Member
198
08-01-2018, 08:05 AM
#2
Yes, I have cellular connectivity available.
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Gbop10
08-01-2018, 08:05 AM #2

Yes, I have cellular connectivity available.

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huityweb
Member
157
08-01-2018, 10:01 AM
#3
I try but it sometimes isn't reliable. I'm hoping for a more stable home connection. Everyone left when dial-up was popular, so I'd prefer something with no data limits.
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huityweb
08-01-2018, 10:01 AM #3

I try but it sometimes isn't reliable. I'm hoping for a more stable home connection. Everyone left when dial-up was popular, so I'd prefer something with no data limits.

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Gladiador70
Senior Member
698
08-07-2018, 06:40 PM
#4
These are essentially your main choices. In reality, $1200 isn't an excessive sum for installing a dedicated line to your home. It's also a reasonable price for a solid computer setup.
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Gladiador70
08-07-2018, 06:40 PM #4

These are essentially your main choices. In reality, $1200 isn't an excessive sum for installing a dedicated line to your home. It's also a reasonable price for a solid computer setup.

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LKMJedi
Member
69
08-15-2018, 04:10 AM
#5
Join StarLink now. After the hardware beta launches, you can purchase it for $300 and test it out. I’m in Alaska, and many remote spots are eager to adopt it. Local ISPs typically bill rural areas up to $500 monthly for poor connectivity. Starlink should cost less than $100 per month on average.
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LKMJedi
08-15-2018, 04:10 AM #5

Join StarLink now. After the hardware beta launches, you can purchase it for $300 and test it out. I’m in Alaska, and many remote spots are eager to adopt it. Local ISPs typically bill rural areas up to $500 monthly for poor connectivity. Starlink should cost less than $100 per month on average.

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tamemarco
Senior Member
482
08-25-2018, 08:07 AM
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I've noticed some folks receive quotes around $50,000 for a home plant extension. That's quite reasonable, possibly even boosting your property value. Regarding Satellite, most plans have data limits based on the service area. Even Comcast enforces caps depending on your location.
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tamemarco
08-25-2018, 08:07 AM #6

I've noticed some folks receive quotes around $50,000 for a home plant extension. That's quite reasonable, possibly even boosting your property value. Regarding Satellite, most plans have data limits based on the service area. Even Comcast enforces caps depending on your location.

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mumustrak
Senior Member
729
08-29-2018, 05:18 AM
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They often decline offers, which is usually the wisest choice. Although it involves a high initial investment, your regular monthly charges will remain reasonable. Comcast likely limits you to 1TB per month, making it sufficient for most users unless you handle large-scale servers or heavy downloads. You might opt for a higher limit if you need unlimited usage.
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mumustrak
08-29-2018, 05:18 AM #7

They often decline offers, which is usually the wisest choice. Although it involves a high initial investment, your regular monthly charges will remain reasonable. Comcast likely limits you to 1TB per month, making it sufficient for most users unless you handle large-scale servers or heavy downloads. You might opt for a higher limit if you need unlimited usage.

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L33tMineman
Junior Member
2
08-29-2018, 12:37 PM
#8
We typically use about 1TB per month. With my family—parents, sister, brother-in-law, and the kids—we’ve reached around 1TB. I’m trying my best to stay within limits and avoid overspending.
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L33tMineman
08-29-2018, 12:37 PM #8

We typically use about 1TB per month. With my family—parents, sister, brother-in-law, and the kids—we’ve reached around 1TB. I’m trying my best to stay within limits and avoid overspending.

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bongo185
Member
130
08-29-2018, 08:50 PM
#9
I’ll need to contact them to check the situation. It seems they might be a bit closer, which could lower the cost. I considered $1200 to be high, possibly around $12,000.
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bongo185
08-29-2018, 08:50 PM #9

I’ll need to contact them to check the situation. It seems they might be a bit closer, which could lower the cost. I considered $1200 to be high, possibly around $12,000.

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Cadariou
Posting Freak
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08-31-2018, 05:14 AM
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I’m excited about the newsletter and glad you’re subscribed. I’m currently paying $70 per month, which is a bit high, but since it’s the only choice, you’ll have to go with it.
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Cadariou
08-31-2018, 05:14 AM #10

I’m excited about the newsletter and glad you’re subscribed. I’m currently paying $70 per month, which is a bit high, but since it’s the only choice, you’ll have to go with it.