Monday 25 February 2013

Picking Trusted Internet Service Providers When You Move

By Sanjay Kuprador


Moving to a new location definitely is exciting. But as many of us know, it's also stressful, especially if you're moving away from friends and family. Not only do you have the hassle of hooking up utilities, but you will also have to find what's available for internet service providers in your new area.

The reason for this is that you may not have the same choices in your new home as you do now for internet companies. If you're asking yourself "Who are the internet service providers in my area?", the first place you should be looking is online.

The location of your new home may play a key role in which internet provider you ultimately choose. Not every ISP is available in all areas so while you have your heart set on Time Warner Cable, Comcast may be the option in your area.

Also, if you are moving to a rural area, your choices may be limited. Quite often, DSL and even cable aren't options if you just bought yourself some farmland or a quiet chalet nestled in the mountains. Don't fret though, you still have options!

Having a satellite connection means that you can enjoy relatively high speed without having to head to the library or a caf when you want to surf. But even though satellite uses open airwaves in order to function, you will still need equipment like a receiver and dish. However, these costs can be reduced by finding special government initiatives for satellite service.

Finding a web site that lets you search ISPs by zip code is the easiest way to choose a provider in your new location. Not only will it provide all of the options available to you, but you may also find you have much more in the way of connections and companies than you first thought.

Comparing companies becomes much easier when you know what types of internet are available to you. But a word of warning: compare the costs of the same internet types, as prices can vary widely between a connection like DSL and one like fiber optic.

DSL usually offers the lowest cost, followed by cable and then fiber optic. But if you want speed, then fiber is definitely the way to go. And you can even save money on this option, as you can bundle services like TV and phone with it. This might offer a convenient way to get three services connected in your new home that you know you will need and be using.




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