Choosing a wireless internet provider can be a tough decision. Weighing factors like technology, price and where you live can determine which wireless internet service is right for you. And with the wireless advances, like 4G WiMAX, LTE and the latest aircards, it can be difficult to understand exactly what your money is getting you.
That’s where Wireless Internet Solutions comes in. You can learn about new offerings from large internet providers like Time Warner, Sprint and Comcast. Plus, you’ll get overviews of the latest wireless technologies and price comparisons for leading providers of DSL, Cable, Satellite Internet, WiMAX, Dial-Up and LTE.
The Latest Wireless Technologies and Providers:
4G Wireless Mobile Technology: One of the most recent advances in wireless technology is 4G mobile internet. The service allows users to get high-speed internet access across their city- and sometimes further than that. It means no more searching for Wi-Fi hotspots because WiMAX turns entire cities into hotspots.
The 4G revolution was started by CLEAR, but some of the nation’s largest internet providers are now offering the same service. LTE is another mobile internet technology scheduled to launch that could deliver even faster speeds than WiMAX. The only setback? WiMAX is only available in limited markets and LTE hasn’t officially rolled out.
Who offers 4G wireless: Time Warner, Sprint, CLEAR and Comcast
3G Wireless Mobile Technology: Before 4G rolled out, 3G wireless mobile technology was the only option. And it’s still offered by some of the nation’s largest wireless internet providers, including AT&T, Verizon and Cricket. One perk of 3G is that it works nationwide. Unfortunately, the speeds are about 4x slower than what you can expect with 4G.
Who offers 3G wireless: AT&T, Verizon, Cricket
Questions to Ask when Choosing a Wireless Internet Provider:
How much does the service cost? And is there a chance prices will increase?
Some Internet providers are known for advertising great initial offers but hiking prices after an introductory period. Read the fine print and determine what you’ll be paying - especially if you’re signing a contract.
Where is your service available?
If you live in a rural area, DSL and Cable Internet might not be available. Your options are narrowed down to Dial-Up and Satellite Internet. While Dial-Up is extremely affordable, it’s also extremely slow. Satellite Internet delivers speeds up to 50x faster. And if you’re interested in WiMAX, it’s important to know that it’s only available in a select number of cities. Find out which provider offers the best service for your location.
Learn more in Frequently Asked Questions.
Have more questions about your high-speed Internet service?
Search by Internet provider or the type of technology you’re interested in. Learn more about leading wireless providers like CLEAR, Sprint and Comcast, or get the facts about rural providers like WildBlue and HughesNet satellite Internet.
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