One of the best things today is that you can get internet and TV from one provider. This option was once common for all the cable TV providers, but now most of the satellite TV (more on satellite TV) providers are offering internet access too. In this article you will learn what are the advantages and disadvantages of the satellite internet service and I hope this makes the choice easier for you. The main thing that you will want to know when it comes to satellite internet is what the maximum speed is. Basically the download rate is between 0.7 and 1.5 MB per second. On the other hand the upload speed is somewhere at 256 KB per second, which is similar to the internet offered by the cable TV providers. Have in mind that the speeds will be lower at peak time and the numbers I had mentioned are the maximum possible. Another thing that you will want to know is the price of that service. If you want the highest speed possible, prepare to pay about $80 per month. Another thing that you will have to pay for is the equipment, which also costs between $300 and $400. Finally, the installation fee is $200. However, in most of the cases the providers have special deals and in some cases you will be able to get the installation and equipment for free. Again the prices are pretty similar to the internet from the cable providers. Finally, you should find out whether the satellite internet is reliable or not. According to most of the experts, bad weather at the area where you live or at the satellite station can slow or stop your internet connection. This is pretty similar to the satellite TV, but beside the weather there is nothing else that can worsen the quality of your satellite internet service. With all the things that I had mentioned it seems that the satellite internet is pretty the same as the cable one, but slightly more reliable and in some cases faster. The choice depends mainly on the area where you live and a couple of other factors. The satellite internet is the best option for people living in rural areas where they do not have access to cable, because that is the only way for them to have access to the internet.
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