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I know the suffering of dial-up (dirty phone lines in rural areas) or other means (e.g. GRPS) - it is awful. Isn't there an EDGE or 3G network available? Maybe

• tptacek 18y ago
  His current options are dialup or satellite and you're thinking there's maybe a 3G infrastructure in his area? I'm thinking maybe Verizon and AT&T haven't gotten around to his area yet.
  • katz 18y ago
    Maybe. I am guessing that most of the USA has cell phone coverage (and some would either have EDGE or 3G depending on the provider). The costs differ though (from a mild raping to worst). There are also independent service providers (regional providers).
    • DanielBMarkham 18y ago
      I've got regular cell service. I have a cell modem, but it's just getting dial-up speed. No new towers yet. I keep looking into other internet options. Verizon has a web page where you can see if you can get DSL. But until they get around to upgrading the local switch, high-speed ain't happening. There was also a rumor that some provider was putting in WiMax, but that didn't cover where I am. I'm telling you guys, living in the boonies really sucks. I love the area, but internet service is probably as critical as power service for somebody in technology. As a side note, I was actually was one of first ones in my area to get a T-1 several years ago. I had to rent the line. I think at first it was running around $2K per month.