Satelite InternetBroadband for EveryoneSatelite internet used to be thought of as an option only for those who lived in rural areas. You lived way out there and it was too expensive to run cables (over $100,000 a mile to run fiber optics) so you got your internet signal from the sky. Television too. These days you don't have to live in the country to enjoy high speed satellite internet. It's available virtually anywhere in the US. You'll need the standard equipment consisting of a dish to pick up the signal and a modem. The internet provider will have these for you either on a monthly basis or to purchase.  The provider may also have routers. If they don't or if you just want to get your own, you'll find satelite internet is compatible with nearly all major wireless home networking products. Check the wireless internet router page for more information. In order to point the dish correctly most satelite internet providers require professional installation of the equipment. They will usually mount the mini dish on a roof, outside wall, or even in the ground. The install usually takes 2 to 3 hours. Pointing a mini dish at an unseen satellite in the sky and verifying your service connection usually takes a professional installer, but there are do-it-yourself options. Satelite internet isn't as "reliable" as cable internet, it is subject to weather conditions among other things. However, you can expect to enjoy high speed satelite internet, faster than dial-up, and do anything you'd normally do with other types high speed internet service. Most plans also include basics like anti-virus / anti-spyware software and plenty of email address. Satelite Internet Providers If you think satelite internet is your answer, here are some satelite internet providers to get you started and give you and idea of what is involved. All of them should have professional customer service specialists able answer any additional questions you might have. WildBlue (now owned by ViaSat) wildblue.com 1-866-974-7174 The WildBlue service primarily targets customers living in small towns and rural America, but is available virtually anywhere in the US. Prices shown below do not include a one-time activation fee, shipping & handling, and monthly lease fee and taxes. You will need a clear view of the southern sky to receive a signal from the WildBlue satellite, and installation can be done on a roof, outside wall, or even in the ground. The WildBlue service is compatible with Macintosh computers. All plans require a 24 month commitment - Includes FREE standard installation Value $49.95 monthly Max Download/Upload Speed: 512 Kbps/128 Kbps Good if you email frequently and visit the web for information and news Select $69.95 monthly Max Download/Upload Speed: 1.0 Mbps/200 Kbps Good for email, heavy web surfing, music downloads, online shopping, sharing photos. Pro $79.95 monthly Max Download/Upload Speed: 1.5 Mbps/256 Kbps Good for families and professionals, simultaneous multiple computers, music, videos, send/receive larger files Hughesnet hughesnet.com 1-877-788-4372 With HughesNet your always-on satellite internet access is ready when you are. You can download files in seconds, check email instantly, and surf faster than you ever imagined. HughesNet is compatible with Windows and Macintosh, so getting online anywhere in the contiguous U.S. is easy! Prices shown do not reflect a one-time activation fee, shipping & handling, and monthly lease fee and taxes. Free standard installation on lease plans - All plans require a 24 month commitment. HughesNet also offers purchase plans. Home $39.99 monthly Max Download/Upload Speed: 1.0 Mbps/128 Kbps Pro $49.99 monthly Max Download/Upload Speed: 1.2 Mbps/200 Kbps ProPlus $59.99 monthly Max Download/Upload Speed: 1.6 Mbps/250 Kbps Elite $99.99 monthly Max Download/Upload Speed: 2.0 Mbps/300 Kbps ElitePlus $169.99 monthly Max Download/Upload Speed: 3.0 Mbps/300 Kbps ElitePremium $329.99 monthly Max Download/Upload Speed: 5.0 Mbps/300 Kbps SkyWay USA skywayusa.com 1-866-697-5992 SkyWay USA offers high speed internet access to the estimated 25 million rural Americans who live outside the reach of DSL or Cable. Easy to use and simple to install, you'll enjoy blazing fast email, plus download photos and music at DSL broadband speed, even during rain. SkyWay USA works with Windows and Macintosh computers. Home phone service is required. Prices shown do not reflect activation fee, shipping & handling, monthly lease fee and taxes. You can install it yourself, or they will arrange for professional installation (at additional charge starting at $149.00) if you prefer. All plans require a 12 month minimum service commitment Bronze $39.95 monthly Max Download/Upload Speed: 384 Kbps/ Silver $49.95 monthly Max Download/Upload Speed: 512 Kbps/ Gold $59.95 monthly Max Download/Upload Speed: 768 Kbps/56 Kbps Platinum $99.95 monthly Max Download/Upload Speed: 1.5 Mbps/ StarBand by Spacenet starband.com 1-800-4STARBAND Spacenet Inc. provides StarBand two-way, always-on, high-speed satellite internet service to homes and businesses across the U.S. (including Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico & the U.S. Virgin Islands). Prices shown do not include equipment cost, installation, applicable sales tax, and shipping. Cancellation fees are $299.99 for months 1 through 12; $199.99 for months 13 through 24. Additional equipment charges apply for AK, HI, PR and the USVI. Self-installations are NOT allowed Nova 500 Option 1 - $49.99 monthly, 24 month term Option 2 - $59.99 monthly, 12 month term Max Download/Upload Speed: 512 Kbps/100 Kbps Nova 1000 Option 1 - $69.99 monthly, 24 month term Option 2 - $79.99 monthly, 12 month term Max Download/Upload Speed: 1 Mbps/128 Kbps Nova 1500 Option 1 - $99.99 monthly, 24 month term Option 2 - $109.99 monthly, 12 month term Max Download/Upload Speed: 1.5 Mbps/256 Kbps *All offers subject to availability. Other additional terms and conditions apply. Prices may vary. Information shown is based on search of the 49548 zip code verified 05/14/2010 and is for illustrative purposes only. Read and understand the terms & conditions of any offer before you accept. Please report inaccurate information here Did you find this information useful? Contact me with your questions, comments, and suggestions! Home < Satelite Internet < You Are Here  New! 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