What
is high-speed or broadband access?
High-speed/broadband access to the internet typically
refers to speeds that meet or exceed 300kbps. As a comparison,
typical dial-up speeds are in the range of 28.8kbps or
56kbps. High-speed/broadband access, therefore, is a timesaving
tool that allows you to work faster while you are using
the Internet.
Why
should I consider Internet via Satellite?
Not every home has access to DSL or Cable broadband Internet
access services. One way satellite allows virtually everyone
to have access to lightning-fast Internet access. The
download of information from the Internet to your computer
goes from the satellite direct to your PC. The upload
of information from your computer to the Internet goes
first via an existing phone line to your current Internet
Service Provider and then is uploaded to the satellite.
What
is the difference between my dial-up and satellite broadband?
A tremendous time savings to you! Your dial up brings
back information from websites into your computer at anywhere
from 5 to 56K, while the satellite will bring the same
information into your computer at 320-400Kbps. The theoretical
maximum speed over your telephone line back into your
computer is 42Kbps. This is a time saving of 5 to 20X
Why
would I want to upgrade my dial-up Internet service?
The faster speed means less waiting time, increasing work
efficiency making telecommuting or working from home a
practical reality. To decrease the time it takes to download
materials from the Internet. To significantly shorten
your time spent waiting for downloads and to more effectively
manage your time spent on the Internet. It is simple,
easy and reliable.
Is
the satellite dish the same as the one used for TV?
It is same dish but depending on your location you would
need different size of dish. Also you should have universal
LNB. Please contact our support for more help.
Can
I share my connection to the Internet with other computers
on my home network?
Yes. If you install the connection on a computer that
is running Windows XP or Windows 2000, you can do this
by enabling “Network Sharing”. If you do not
have a machine that is running Windows XP or Windows 2000,
you can purchase a program called “WinProxy”
or "Wingate" which will allow you to share your
connection.
What
are the minimum system requirements?
A. Pentium II 450 MHz (or better)
64 MB RAM, advised 128 MB
An available PCI slot or USB port
CD-ROM drive
Dial-up modem
B. Regular connection to your local ISP
C. Satellite antenna, Universal LNB,
Coax. cable
D. DVB Card
