Internet access help VOL. I'm in the sticks

PatRiley

PatRiley

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I moved onto an agriculture/farm/rural property this past April and they don't run internet cables out here so we have resorted to buying a hotspot from walmart and adding data monthly for internet use. It runs out quick so no youtube, netflix, streaming, fapping, etc.

I was wondering if anyone had any potential solutions for this because I am starting classes again this month and we are trying to run a business on the property, but my phone isn't cutting it (data usage is killing me $$).

I looked at Hughes internet and Verizon MiFi but both have long 2 year contracts, which I do not want to commit to

Then I found this video on youtube that rigged up an unlimited cell phone data plan on T-Mobile Galaxy S6 that looks promising



Any help bros?
 
You moved out there for a reason. To get away from the evils of the internet. You are good man. You are an inspiration to us
 
DCAllAmerican said:
You moved out there for a reason. To get away from the evils of the internet. You are good man. You are an inspiration to us
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I appreciate your kind words Master DC, but a big reason I moved out here was to start an agriculture business. Add school into the equation and it makes things more difficult. Would also like netflix for the yambs too; it's more convenient than redbox.
 
What Yambs on Netflix?
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DCAllAmerican said:
Pencils and Pen's don't exist anymore? Why can't you do your HW without the internet?
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That's a silly thing to say Master DC. You know very well pencils and pens exist. Although I am mildly allergic to the sound of pencils, I can still wield a pen as well as most adult men under 30.

My classes are done on the interwebs.
 
DSL is probably your only choice...I know that's big in rural areas unless you're in the rural of all rural
 
Mr Marcus said:
DSL is probably your only choice...I know that's big in rural areas unless you're in the rural of all rural
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How do I go about checking to see if this is even an option for me? Only wires running into our house are power and for basic cable (local television).
 
You need fap material? Why not just draw it, word to Randy Marsh and the porn simulator when the internets were down.
 
Hey, something I'm lowkey an expert at :lol: I used to work for DoAg, specifically with field staff and internet issues came up all the time.

You have a few options when it comes to access. The first and probably easiest is getting DSL through a small ISP. There are often smaller companies that lease the lines from the bigger ISPs to provide service to rural and remote areas. I would not recommend going this route. Reason? You'll probably have to sign a contract, you will not get anywhere near the speed you pay for, and you will have connectivity issues all the time. Because the smaller ISPs have to lease the wires on the ground, they have to wait for the larger ISP to troubleshoot and fix issues. That can mean days without service for you.

The second option would be getting a hotspot through a mobile carrier. Yes, you'll have to sign a contract, but they can guarantee a level of service that the smaller ISPs often have trouble delivering on. My office used Sprint and Verizon, then eventually switched 100% to Verizon. They are more expensive, but if you have critical internet needs, the money will be well spent. Comes with the added bonus of being able to take the hotspot wherever you go. The downside? If you're in a weak area of reception, forget about it. Storms can also have a huge impact on connectivity and speeds. The jetpack devices themselves are easy to use and are pretty consistent though.

The third option would be satellite internet. It'll be more expensive than the first two options, but its as close to cable as you can get in the middle of no where. Faster than DSL, more consistent than a hotspot/jetpack, but because of the way satellite internet works, online gaming and other "ping-heavy" internet needs probably won't work very well unless you have an affordable two-way satellite provider in your area ("affordable" is being used very loosely here.)

Fourth and final option I'll mention is the cell phone mobile hotspot "hack." Just go to your nearest T-Mobile store, pick up an android phone with the $99 unlimited everything plan, then set everything up and go to work. Problem? If you get caught abusing your internet, they'll terminate your contract. If you forget to charge your phone? No internet. If your phone gets stolen/lost? No internet. Not to mention that T-Mobile's service isn't exactly the best, and this is coming from a loyal T-Mo customer. The same can be said for any carrier depending on your location, and you'll experience the same issues as you would with a hotspot.

If i were you, and if you have the cash, I'd go satellite. Hope this helps. Feel free to PM if you want more specific answers.
 
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Hey, something I'm lowkey an expert at :lol: I used to work for DoAg, specifically with field staff and internet issues came up all the time.

You have a few options when it comes to access. The first and probably easiest is getting DSL through a small ISP. There are often smaller companies that lease the lines from the bigger ISPs to provide service to rural and remote areas. I would not recommend going this route. Reason? You'll probably have to sign a contract, you will not get anywhere near the speed you pay for, and you will have connectivity issues all the time. Because the smaller ISPs have to lease the wires on the ground, they have to wait for the larger ISP to troubleshoot and fix issues. That can mean days without service for you.

The second option would be getting a hotspot through a mobile carrier. Yes, you'll have to sign a contract, but they can guarantee a level of service that the smaller ISPs often have trouble delivering on. My office used Sprint and Verizon, then eventually switched 100% to Verizon. They are more expensive, but if you have critical internet needs, the money will be well spent. Comes with the added bonus of being able to take the hotspot wherever you go. The downside? If you're in a weak area of reception, forget about it. Storms can also have a huge impact on connectivity and speeds. The jetpack devices themselves are easy to use and are pretty consistent though.

The third option would be satellite internet. It'll be more expensive than the first two options, but its as close to cable as you can get in the middle of no where. Faster than DSL, more consistent than a hotspot/jetpack, but because of the way satellite internet works, online gaming and other "ping-heavy" internet needs probably won't work very well unless you have an affordable two-way satellite provider in your area ("affordable" is being used very loosely here.)

Fourth and final option I'll mention is the cell phone mobile hotspot "hack." Just go to your nearest T-Mobile store, pick up an android phone with the $99 unlimited everything plan, then set everything up and go to work. Problem? If you get caught abusing your internet, they'll terminate your contract. If you forget to charge your phone? No internet. If your phone gets stolen/lost? No internet. Not to mention that T-Mobile's service isn't exactly the best, and this is coming from a loyal T-Mo customer. The same can be said for any carrier depending on your location, and you'll experience the same issues as you would with a hotspot.

If i were you, and if you have the cash, I'd go satellite. Hope this helps. Feel free to PM if you want more specific answers.
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Listen to this man, OP.
 
Yeah said:
Hey, something I'm lowkey an expert at :lol: I used to work for DoAg, specifically with field staff and internet issues came up all the time.

You have a few options when it comes to access. The first and probably easiest is getting DSL through a small ISP. There are often smaller companies that lease the lines from the bigger ISPs to provide service to rural and remote areas. I would not recommend going this route. Reason? You'll probably have to sign a contract, you will not get anywhere near the speed you pay for, and you will have connectivity issues all the time. Because the smaller ISPs have to lease the wires on the ground, they have to wait for the larger ISP to troubleshoot and fix issues. That can mean days without service for you.

The second option would be getting a hotspot through a mobile carrier. Yes, you'll have to sign a contract, but they can guarantee a level of service that the smaller ISPs often have trouble delivering on. My office used Sprint and Verizon, then eventually switched 100% to Verizon. They are more expensive, but if you have critical internet needs, the money will be well spent. Comes with the added bonus of being able to take the hotspot wherever you go. The downside? If you're in a weak area of reception, forget about it. Storms can also have a huge impact on connectivity and speeds. The jetpack devices themselves are easy to use and are pretty consistent though.

The third option would be satellite internet. It'll be more expensive than the first two options, but its as close to cable as you can get in the middle of no where. Faster than DSL, more consistent than a hotspot/jetpack, but because of the way satellite internet works, online gaming and other "ping-heavy" internet needs probably won't work very well unless you have an affordable two-way satellite provider in your area ("affordable" is being used very loosely here.)

Fourth and final option I'll mention is the cell phone mobile hotspot "hack." Just go to your nearest T-Mobile store, pick up an android phone with the $99 unlimited everything plan, then set everything up and go to work. Problem? If you get caught abusing your internet, they'll terminate your contract. If you forget to charge your phone? No internet. If your phone gets stolen/lost? No internet. Not to mention that T-Mobile's service isn't exactly the best, and this is coming from a loyal T-Mo customer. The same can be said for any carrier depending on your location, and you'll experience the same issues as you would with a hotspot.

If i were you, and if you have the cash, I'd go satellite. Hope this helps. Feel free to PM if you want more specific answers.
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Wow thanks for the great response! Really appreciate it. Do you know any other satellite services other than Hughes? The T-Mobile hotspot hack is so tempting but I'm afraid they would flag me immediately and it would be a waste of my money. I'm leaning towards Verizon jet pack because I have a Verizon phone and my internet works well out here. Thanks again for the quality info.
 
heirjordan15 said:
Wow thanks for the great response! Really appreciate it. Do you know any other satellite services other than Hughes? The T-Mobile hotspot hack is so tempting but I'm afraid they would flag me immediately and it would be a waste of my money. I'm leaning towards Verizon jet pack because I have a Verizon phone and my internet works well out here. Thanks again for the quality info.
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There are a plethora of ISPs that offer satellite service - Dish, EarthLink, etc. I'd recommend trying to find a regional ISP when it comes to Satellite. They don't have the same kind of red tape that broadband does, and they'll be the most familiar with the common issues that people in your area run across. If you have some neighboring farms, try asking them who they use.

If nothing else, you can google "satellite isp [your city/state]" and see what pops up. And whatever you do, make sure you clearly understand their service level agreement (SLA), which is just corporate speak for what you are entitled to as a customer, how fast you can expect service when things go wrong, and what your responsibilities are when it comes to equipment upkeep and what not.
 
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