 Re: Describe you internet connection positives | |
Juno & NetZero offers AOL users the opportunity to keep their AOL names at 1/2 the price of AOL for 100mb storage, and just recently announced (at least for US customers) they would no longer charge a monthly fee for broadband or cable access. Dialup users would still pay a fee, however, and will be lowered later this year (supposedly).
Other US cable companies seem to all hover around $39.99 a month, with various deals to lure a 1 year contract (like $19.99 a month first 6 months, $49.99/mo thereafter). Interestingly, they are all trying to "bundle" services (cable, cellular, TV) for $100/mo. in an effort to free up some hard-wire (dial-up) and DSL for business use, which is demanding more and more dedicated servicability......
Personally, I use Verizon's Global Satellite Wireless card for my laptops...I am converting all desktops to laptops, many with docking options at work (around $40/mo. per unit), and dedicate my Admin Workstation desktop via satellite service with Huges/DirecWay, defaulted with Parus for both voice (I have calls routed online during hours, and won't go Skype, Vonage, or other VoIP ways just yet) and cellular backup ($75/mo. per seat).
Most satellite services are available only from select ISP's, all of which can be "ghosted".... For instance my Huges/DirecWay - which is a true satellite setup - is through Earthlink, but I haven't seen their page or login for more than 2 years. The laptops connect via Verizon, and there again, the default page has been set to our Corporate webpage, which has a side for everyone to access email, training, etc. in a secure side. I even have a personal ISP service with Juno for "emergency" access in case I ever need it.....the same account I've had for more than 11 years!
Different accounts, different services for every need! And, I think the best overall values for the technologies I demand.
(I can't wait until VodaHost evolves into an ISP as well......there will be no comparison!) |