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FAQ about satellite Internet services

While the satellite ISP keep promoting about their services, few are clear about satellite Internet services. In fact, satellite Internet services are still like strangers to many. This for sure, cause most shoppers stop looking before they pull out their credit card and subscribe to satellite Internet services. Some of the common questions that consumers face are like:

• Is a phone line required with satellite internet?
• Is satellite internet reliable?
• Can I use my existing satellite television dish?
• Can I use satellite internet on a home network?
• How fast is the internet connection?  
• What is "one way" service?
• Where can I get satellite internet?
• Can I install the satellite internet system myself?

In case you too have doubts as stated above, perhaps you should check out answers we have here for your questions. For those looking for satellite ISP recommendation, you can also visit our consumer guide in satellite Internet service here.

Is a phone line required with satellite internet?

No a phone line is not required with most systems. Some systems require a standard modem connected to a phone line to send data. Newer satellite internet systems allow the user to both send and receive data with the dish.

Is satellite internet reliable?

Yes, it is reliable. You may experience interruptions in service during severe storms however. Chances are that if a storm is bad enough to interrupt service, you shouldn't be on an electrical device.

Can I use my existing satellite television dish?

No, internet service requires the use of a different satellite dish.

Can I use satellite internet on a home network?

Yes you can network other computers to your internet thru the use of a router.

How fast is the internet connection?  

The speeds may vary but are typically up to ten times faster than a dial up modem internet connection.

What is "one way" service?

With "one Way" satellite internet, you receive data with the satellite dish but need a seperate modem hooked to a phone line to send data.

What is "two way" service? 

Two way service means that you can both send and receive data thru your satellite dish. This means that you do not have to have a second phone line to send data.

Where can I get satellite internet?

Satellite internet is available anywhere that you have a clear view of the southern sky.

Can I install the satellite internet system myself?

If you are interested in a "one way" system you can install it yourself. "Two way" systems need to be professionally installed however due to FCC restrictions.