Direct TV & the internet

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I'm in the process of moving to lower northern Michigan. No cablevision, and no DSL available. So it looks like Direct TV is going to be my option. Looked into and got info on DishNet as well, but settled on Direct.
Does anyone here use the internet with the dish? Doc was saying Hughes was the network someone here was hooked to. What is the quality, and what is the cost? Is there anything I should know? I know nothing of what you need to get this service.:tiphat::beer::beer:
 
I'm hoping Dean sees this post. I know he used to have Hughes Net. Hopefully he'll share some insights.
Direct TV for TV alone is awesome. I'll never go back to cable.
 
johnday said:
I'm in the process of moving to lower northern Michigan. No cablevision, and no DSL available. So it looks like Direct TV is going to be my option. Looked into and got info on DishNet as well, but settled on Direct.
Does anyone here use the internet with the dish? Doc was saying Hughes was the network someone here was hooked to. What is the quality, and what is the cost? Is there anything I should know? I know nothing of what you need to get this service.:tiphat::beer::beer:
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I had HughesNet and it really sucks. The upload speeds are terrible. I was signed on to one of the better service levels too.

That being said - it is still better than dial-up!

I would recommend asking around and seeing if there are any local alternatives. I use a local wireless ISP that uses Line-of-sight dishes to give very fast and reliable connections.

If you want my DW7000 HughesNet Modem, dish, mounting hardware and a bunch of coaxial cable it is yours for the price of shipping.
 
Another alternative if Hugh's net is not the answer would be an air card. If you have cell phone service there you could probably use an air card. And they are so portable, I'm hooked on them. Sick as it might sound ..... I compute from the middle of the river on my house boat sometimes. :D
 
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Another alternative if Hugh's net is not the answer would be an air card. If you have cell phone service there you could probably use an air card. And they are so portable, I'm hooked on them. Sick as it might sound ..... I compute from the middle of the river on my house boat sometimes. :D
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Yes, that is a good option. There are some good aircard options out there. Check with your local cell phone providers and then take a very close look at their coverage maps. The speeds may suck if you aren't in the right area.
 
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