For many Internet users, faster is always better, but for casual Internet users, price is the main determining factor when it comes to choosing an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Listed below is a quick overview of the primary needs and uses for the main forms of residential Internet access:
Dial Up
Casual use (checking email, instant messages, light Web surfing).
Accelerated Dial Up
Casual Internet users that surf the Web on a regular basis and download large files more often. Netzero and PeoplePC are the most popular ISP’s that offer an accelerated dial up Internet service.
DSL or Cable
Regular Internet use (email, IM’s, surfing), online gaming, streaming music & video, and large file downloads. Verizon and AT&T are the primary high speed DSL providers with entry level plans starting around $20 per month for up to 768 Kbps download speeds. Comcast and Time Warner are the main broadband Cable providers. Although cable is faster than DSL in most areas, it is also going to be a little bit more expensive. For a full comparison of the two, check our DSL vs Cable article.
Satellite
As this is the most expensive option for high speed Internet, it is mainly used in areas where cable or DSL are not yet available.
Wireless
Mobile users that need a high speed connection to the Internet while away from home or out of the office.
Dial Up
Casual use (checking email, instant messages, light Web surfing).
Accelerated Dial Up
Casual Internet users that surf the Web on a regular basis and download large files more often. Netzero and PeoplePC are the most popular ISP’s that offer an accelerated dial up Internet service.
DSL or Cable
Regular Internet use (email, IM’s, surfing), online gaming, streaming music & video, and large file downloads. Verizon and AT&T are the primary high speed DSL providers with entry level plans starting around $20 per month for up to 768 Kbps download speeds. Comcast and Time Warner are the main broadband Cable providers. Although cable is faster than DSL in most areas, it is also going to be a little bit more expensive. For a full comparison of the two, check our DSL vs Cable article.
Satellite
As this is the most expensive option for high speed Internet, it is mainly used in areas where cable or DSL are not yet available.
Wireless
Mobile users that need a high speed connection to the Internet while away from home or out of the office.
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