It’s been delayed a few times already, but the high-capacity ViaSat-1 satellite is now in the process of being prepped for a new launch date: October 19th. Once in operation, it’ll bring download speeds up to 10Mbps to satellite internet customers in both Canada and the US (including Hawaii) via Xplornet and WildBlue, respectively, and serve other partners like JetBlue. Those interested can keep an eye on the source link below for a live broadcast of the launch.

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For years on end now people who live in rural areas have been stuck will slow internet options like dial up.  Rural dwellers have the same needs as city folks and high speed internet is one of them.  Not only do they need instant access to weather and news but such things as farm futures are vital to their survival.  The bad news is almost all rural areas don’t have access to DSL or Cable internet.

All is not lost because in recent years the cost of high speed satellite internet has dropped by 50%.  You can now get speeds that are 50 times faster then dialup and for a starting price of under 40 bucks a month.

Freeing up your phone line is great but what’s even better is having the internet always ready so you can just sit down and start surfing with out having to jump through hoops.Not having to spend an hour in the morning each day looking up the current events of your area will save you time and frustration.  This will free up your mornings and afternoons.
Besides using satellite internet for business you will now be able to take advantage of all the fun and entertaining things on the internet.  There are thousands of free games and plenty of free communities that you can shown that have a common hobby or interest as you.
There are pitfalls that can happen when selecting a satellite internet company.  We never recommend you sign longer then a one year contract.In most cases you will need to agree to a years of service but try to avoid contracts that are two years or more.  This is to make sure they will take care of you as a customer.  Plenty of places have screwed people over and this will help cover your wallet and pride.

You should never have to pay for the installation of a Satellite internet dish.Almost every satellite provider offers free installation for new customers so be sure and ask about this.All you really have to do is ask about current specials and offers, don’t be afraid to say no or that is too much for me at this time, often they will drop the price further and if not then just call back again.
If you have more then one computer in the home and want high speed internet on all of them be sure to mention this when ordering.This is important because if you want internet access on more then one computer using satellite internet then you will need to ensure you have a wireless router setup so you can add on computers at will.  This is a great way to go.

Be sure to check out the links in the article for current coupons and specials that are goining on.

For most people they have a choice of DSL or Cable for a high speed internet provider.  But what happens when you do not live in an area that offers DSL or Cable.

If you live in a rural area and no DSL or Cable company will service you then you stiil have at least one to two options left for high speed internet access.

One thing to do is to call the cable of DSL office.The question to ask is if they plan on serviceing your area any time soon.  Many high speed providers are expanding into rural areas and you may be on their list in just another month or so.

Chances are this is not the case but it will at least get you a definite answer.  There are two other options you have.They are Satellite internet and something you may of never heard before called line of sight.

For very detailed info on both we encourage you to check out this rural high speed internet provider
site.  They provide great info on the different carriers as well as the latest specials and coupons for providers.

The line of site option works like this.  You have a small dish installed some were on your property and this dish is pointed to a tower that is several miles away.  The cost varies and so do the speed of the service but often times you can expect speeds that are great compared with dial-up.  The downside is most rural areas still do not have towers in their area and because all of these providers are small companies it can be hard to find out were to get the service.To find such a careir you cna check with neighbors or the phone book.

Your other option is to go with a high speed satellite internet providers.Satellite works all over the US and for this reason many rural areas are making the switch.  What used to cost 200 bucks a month is now starting between 39 and 59.You have the option of purchasing a dish or renting one for aroudn five dollars a month.