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WildBlue Satellite Internet – The Broadband Satellite Leader

In June 11 2009 WildBlue revealed the future of Broadband Satellite Internet with a hands-on demonstration of its “next generation” satellite capabilities in the Washington D.C.. The demonstration showcased download speeds of 18 Mbps, nearly 12-times faster than satellite internet providers current capabilities. Members of Congress got to compare than enhanced Wild Blue speeds with [...]

Internet Providers in My Area Comparison

I sometimes forget how much aggravation and time the actual consumer goes through to find a High Speed Internet Provider…. Here’s a few comparison’s and what to look for that may shorten your calls to Internet Providers…. Cable providers usually have Internet speeds around 5 Megabytes (5,000 Kilobytes) Some Common Providers are Cox Communications, Charter [...]

Satellite Internet – A Review of Satellite Internet Service

Satellite Internet is one of the fastest growing Broadband Internet solutions in the United States.There are two main Satellite Internet Service Providers for residential customers, HughesNet and WildBlue. When compared side by side, Wild Blue, with its lower upfront and monthly costs and aggressive promotions, is hands down the elite choice for Satellite Internet Access. [...]

Satellite Internet – Service Sector Oppotunities In The Internet Economy

Over the last several decades the service sector has experienced the most employment growth in the United States. This sector is especially conducive for Broadband applications. Services makes up roughly 50% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and is ripe with opportunities for rural Americans that have access to Broadband Internet connections. The growth of [...]

Satellite Internet – Social Impacts of Broadband Internet

With the proposed Broadband Stimulus plan, set forth by the Federal Government to enable rural areas of the country to have access to high-speed Internet services. An old fear has arisen, the erosion of community interactions in small town America. The theory was always that community involvement and participation would be lost forever as end [...]

The Rural Broadband Solution

You live in a rural area and your stuck with a dialup Internet provider, because there are no other options right? Think again. Providing broadband service to rural areas of the country has been a great challenge for years. Low population densities mean cable companies won’t be running any lines your way, ever in most [...]

Understanding Satellite Internet Access

Satellite Internet services are used in every location in the United States were DSL and Cable Internet is not available and customers need an always on, fast Internet service that dial-up ISP’s can’t provide. Although there are some technical issues for end users to be aware of, such as latency, this only affects customers seeking [...]

WildBlue And Wireless Routers

What is WiFi? WiFi is a wireless Internet that is provided using a wireless router. It uses radio waves, just like your cell phone, television, and even you car stereo. The communication between your computer and your wireless router is a lot like having a two-way-radio. Wireless networks are easy to set up and are [...]

How Satellite Internet Saved My Computer

There are more Internet providers today then ever before. Everything from cable to DSL and fiber to the little local sub contracted Internet providers. If you are like me, it can get confusing as to whom to use. When I first starting considering an Internet provider, I figured why not go with the cable company. [...]