Rudabaga Posted November 26, 2012 Share Posted November 26, 2012 (edited) I'm having huge internet issues right now. I'm not going to get in depth but I'd like some help on looking for a new provider. I've looked at some of the known providers and they aren't available in my area. I'd like you guys to help me with the search for a new internet provider. My area code is 75119. I'm going to use a address fairly close to me so the weirdos (bigjohn) don't come find me. 906 Oak Creek, Ennis, TX I'm currently looking in Century Link. Does anyone have this provider and can give me some input on it? Edited November 26, 2012 by Rudabaga Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youthedog Posted November 26, 2012 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Apparently Verizon thinks your street is nonexistent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Awwik Posted November 26, 2012 Share Posted November 26, 2012 I'm having huge internet issues right now. I'm not going to get in depth but I'd like some help on looking for a new provider. I've looked at some of the known providers and they aren't available in my area. I'd like you guys to help me with the search for a new internet provider. My area code is 75119. I'm going to use a address fairly close to me so the weirdos (bigjohn) don't come find me. 906 Oak Creek, Ennis, TX I'm currently looking in Century Link. Does anyone have this provider and can give me some input on it? Dont do it I work for century link as a tech support agent, lets just say we have a ton of problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted November 26, 2012 Share Posted November 26, 2012 If you have Cox or Time Warner, i would recommend them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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beast702 Posted November 26, 2012 Share Posted November 26, 2012 If you have Cox or Time Warner, i would recommend them. What jake said and comcast if available in the area Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkMonotone Posted November 26, 2012 Share Posted November 26, 2012 (edited) Are you sure Verizon and AT&T doesn't have service in your area? I know most of those Verizon commercials are bullshit, but when they say they have coverage like everywhere I'm pretty sure they should have it in your area. I know people living in the middle of nowhere who can get Verizon. Also, if you don't mind me asking does your TV/Phone provider provide your internet? Edited November 26, 2012 by Mèrcury Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
(Headband)(EG) Posted November 26, 2012 Share Posted November 26, 2012 Comcast Xfinity Or dat Time Warner Signature Package Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rudabaga Posted November 27, 2012 Author Share Posted November 27, 2012 (edited) Are you sure Verizon and AT&T doesn't have service in your area? I know most of those Verizon commercials are bullshit, but when they say they have coverage like everywhere I'm pretty sure they should have it in your area. I know people living in the middle of nowhere who can get Verizon. Also, if you don't mind me asking does your TV/Phone provider provide your internet? The only deal for AT&T is DSL and a maximum of 3 mbps. My TV provider also provides my internet, they don't provide phone service. I need opinions on if that will good enough for gaming. A maximum of 3 mbps. Edited November 27, 2012 by Rudabaga Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youthedog Posted November 27, 2012 Share Posted November 27, 2012 Depends if your line is good, should be decent but for no bumps go for 10+, time Warner is good with speeds in my area (15-20 down, supposed to be 10) and they have great customer support. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rudabaga Posted November 27, 2012 Author Share Posted November 27, 2012 Depends if your line is good, should be decent but for no bumps go for 10+, time Warner is good with speeds in my area (15-20 down, supposed to be 10) and they have great customer support. The only known provider in my area is AT&T and the highest they offer is 3 mbps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkMonotone Posted November 27, 2012 Share Posted November 27, 2012 The only deal for AT&T is DSL and a maximum of 3 mbps. My TV provider also provides my internet, they don't provide phone service. I need opinions on if that will good enough for gaming. A maximum of 3 mbps. Depends on what other people in your house will be doing on their computers. 3 mbps is pretty shitty and unless you're the only one using it I wouldn't get it. Unless of course you had a mom like mine that did practically nothing on her computer, but if you have a family member trying to watch Netflix or play Xbox and crap then it would suck to try and have them do that while you're on the computer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youthedog Posted November 27, 2012 Share Posted November 27, 2012 The only known provider in my area is AT&T and the highest they offer is 3 mbps. You're kind of screwed :/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enigma# Posted November 27, 2012 Share Posted November 27, 2012 Using zip code 75119 I got: Elite looks good @ 6 Mbps 5 Mbps for Time Warner Cable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.Tin Posted November 27, 2012 Share Posted November 27, 2012 DONT get Century Link please save yourself I hate it so much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rudabaga Posted November 27, 2012 Author Share Posted November 27, 2012 Depends on what other people in your house will be doing on their computers. 3 mbps is pretty shitty and unless you're the only one using it I wouldn't get it. Unless of course you had a mom like mine that did practically nothing on her computer, but if you have a family member trying to watch Netflix or play Xbox and crap then it would suck to try and have them do that while you're on the computer. I'd be the only one using the internet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkMonotone Posted November 27, 2012 Share Posted November 27, 2012 I'd be the only one using the internet. It'll work, but it'll be absolutely shitty. Like, if you plan on doing anything vigorous such as downloading lots of porn or watching Netflix all the time you can expect files to take forever to download and for Netflix to buffer longer than the movie itself. (exaggeration) If you're only playing CSS and just doing general internet related things (YouTube, forums, etc.) then you shouldn't have a problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonyHorse Posted November 27, 2012 Share Posted November 27, 2012 I get 1.5mbps, and ill tell you know not even double that is sufficient. I'd try for 5mb plus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jajolt Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Idk all I saw was a commercial but hughesnet says they did satellite high speed Internet almost anywhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enigma# Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Idk all I saw was a commercial but hughesnet says they did satellite high speed Internet almost anywhere. Depending on what type of satellite internet they use (how high up the orbit it is), it can be highly unproductive to use satellite internet due ot the fact it has increased latency and/or unreliable links to certain nodes on a backbone (highly unlikely though) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Awwik Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 Depending on what type of satellite internet they use (how high up the orbit it is), it can be highly unproductive to use satellite internet due ot the fact it has increased latency and/or unreliable links to certain nodes on a backbone (highly unlikely though) My family had to use sat for awhile in the little town they are in, trust me guys do not ever use it. It was like 1.5 mbs for 90 bucks a month and it went out everytime it rained. ALSO DO NOT EVER GO CENTUrY LINK! SERIOUSLY DONT DO IT!!!! Unless you wanna help my paycheck out and ill sell it to you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mccaincracker Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 Idk all I saw was a commercial but hughesnet says they did satellite high speed Internet almost anywhere. Here's my speedtest as of 30 seconds ago while on hughesnet. (Broadband is not available at my moms house ._. ) First test from location suggested by website (best ping apparently to the satellite) http://www.speedtest.net/result/2338575719.png Second test from location geographically nearest to my house http://www.speedtest.net/result/2338582759.png so basically, dont ever get hughesnet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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ExGBrian Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 Comcast has the WORST SERVICE DEPARTMENT IN THE WORLD. They literally don't know what the fuck they are saying half the time and when they come to your house its like giving a hammer to a monkey. Please go with TWC, they actually have good deals and really nice support if you have problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enigma# Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 If that's your current connection, that's pretty good xD You should probably see if you can dryline a connection into your house, might be more stable if it's not shared with your phone line and other services (if applicable) xD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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