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COMPARE BROADBAND INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDERS

 1.  Read our 101 guides to Broadband, and DSL, Cable, and Satellite Internet Services.
 2.  Read our consumer ISP Review section and compare all Internet provider solutions.
 3.  Use the table or our DSL, Cable, and Satellite comparisons to select a provider.

 

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 2.  Complete the simple free broadband quote form below.
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What is Broadband Internet Service and Why Use It?

For the people who are new to broadband internet service you may be wondering what Broadband is. Well, the term Broadband is used to describe any kind of high speed internet access service. There are many reasons why Broadband internet service is a must over your dial up modem. Follow this What is Broadband Service and Why Use It link to read our introductory guide to Broadband Internet Service and all of its advantages. To summarize our guide here, the main advantages of Broadband over dial-up modem service are Speed, an always-on connection, it does not tie up your phone line, you can connect more than 1 computer, and the vast array of applications that become available to you.

 

Another great advantage of having a Broadband internet service is that it is the only requirement for using VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol), also known as Broadband Phone Service. VoIP is taking the US by storm and can save up to $500/year on your phone bill. VoIP can be used to replace your traditional phone line. VoIP broadband phone service uses your high speed internet access to 'carry' your voice call instead of your dedicated phone line like your normal telephone service. For more information take a look at our VoIP section, or try out the whichvoip.com FREE VoIP Search Bar below.

 

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There are three (3) main types of Broadband internet access technologies that are commonly available to both residential and business users: DSL Service, Cable Internet Service and Satellite Internet Service. Follow this DSL Service link to read our introductory guide to DSL Service, how it works and its advantages and disadvantages. Follow our Cable Internet link to read our introductory guide to Cable Internet service, how it works and its advantages and disadvantages. Follow our Satellite Internet Service link to read our introductory guide to Satellite Internet service, how it works and its advantages and disadvantages.

 

Alternatively, see below for a brief introduction into the three of these technologies.

 
       
 

What is DSL Broadband Internet Service?

DSL stands for Digital Subscriber Line. DSL service is a technology for bringing high-bandwidth broadband internet service to homes and small businesses over ordinary copper telephone lines. What does this mean? It means that you can get high speed internet access over your traditional phone line. DSL service is known as an "always-on" internet service. This means that when your computer is on you are always connected to the internet. Unlike dial-up service there is no logging on with user name and passwords required. With DSL service all you need to do is plug your PC into your DSL modem and then from your modem to your normal telephone jack, as illustrated in the general set-up diagram below. Typically, the DSL modem is provided by your DSL Service Internet Provider.

 

  A typical DSL Service Set-up diagram

 

For more information on DSL Service, what it is, how it works, various configuration set-up diagrams and its main advantages and disadvantages, please read our introductory guide to What is DSL Service.
       
 

Internet Without Phone Line - What is Cable Broadband Internet Service?

Internet Without Phone Line  - Cable Internet Service is a technology for bringing high-bandwidth broadband internet service to homes and small businesses over your Cable TV line. What does this mean? It means that you can get high speed internet access over your existing Cable TV connection. Cable is known as an "always-on" internet service. This means that when your computer is on you are always connected to the internet. Unlike dial-up service there is no logging on with user name and passwords required. With Cable internet service all you need to do is plug your PC into your Cable modem and your Cable modem into your normal Cable television outlet on the wall. Typically, the Cable modem is provided by your Broadband Internet Provider.

 

 

For more information on Cable Internet Service, what it is, how it works, configuration set-up diagrams, and its main advantages and disadvantages, please read our introductory guide to What is Cable Internet Service.
       
 

What is Satellite High Speed Internet Service?

Satellite high speed internet service is a technology for bringing high-bandwidth broadband internet service to homes and small businesses via satellite link, between your satellite dish and an orbiting satellite. Satellite internet service is known as an "always-on" internet service. This means that when your computer is on you are always connected to the internet. Unlike dial-up service there is no logging on with user name and passwords required. With satellite internet service your provider will install a satellite dish at a preferred location at your home. The only requirement is that you have a clear view of the southern sky. Once installed and set up all you need to do is plug your PC into your satellite internet modem and your off and running.

 

For more information on Satellite Internet Service, what it is, how it works, and its main advantages and disadvantages, please read our introductory guide to What is Satellite High Speed Internet Service.
       
 

What Broadband Internet do I Choose?

Once you decide to go ahead and get Broadband service you may be asking yourself what broadband technology should I choose, DSL Service, Cable Internet service, or Satellite Internet Service and what internet provider should I go with? These are common questions to ask and we suggest the following approach:

 1.  Read our guide to the Advantages and Disadvantages of DSL Service Versus Cable Internet Service. This will provide an overview of the differences between the two main broadband technologies and may help you decide which technology is right for you.

 2.  If you are interested in DSL Service, then read our Comparison Summary of the Major DSL Service Internet Providers. This may help you decide which DSL Internet Provider is the right choice for you.

 3.  If you are interested in Cable Internet Service, then read our Comparison Summary of the Major Cable Internet Providers. This may help you decide which Cable Internet Provider is the right choice for you.

 4.  If you are interested in Satellite Internet Service, then read our Comparison Summary of the Major Satellite Internet Providers. This may help you decide which Satellite Internet Provider is right for you.

 5.  Look through our special deals at the top of this page. These special deals are only available through the internet and in some cases are only available through this web site. Take advantage of these special deals before they change or go away, and start enjoying lightning speeds on the internet NOW!
       
 

Want to test your Broadband Internet Speed or Verify your VoIP Phone Service Capability?

Follow this 'Broadband Speed and VoIP Capability Test' link to test the download internet speed and the upload internet speed of your broadband internet service connection, as well as your internet connection's VoIP Phone Service capability. This broadband speed test will accurately judge your current internet speed and measure your internet connections jitter and packet loss data to show how successfully your internet connection can support VoIP Phone Service.