This is a really basic question, but I want to know.
I've come to the realization that my 3 Megabit internet, while decent for my everyday needs, is still pretty crappy. Online videos are getting higher and higher def now, and I would like a better speed for downloading in general.
The problems are I don't want to go past $55 a month, and I've tried this before. My ISP is ATT (DSL internet) and I tried to upgrade my internet to 6 Megs years ago. It actually worked okay for a year, but then frequent disconnects started happening. After 6 tech visits, it was ascertained I was too far from the ATT office or something for the 6 Meg service. Funny, I was told different when I signed up. Anyway, I can't go to 6 meg on regular ATT DSL.
I WOULD try Uverse, but I've heard some bad things there. Plus, it's a new service that probably has new service fees.
I don't know about cable; the only provider in my area that does it, it seems, is Comcast. I don't trust them that much (had them for cable tv way back), and I've heard that cable internet in general is inconsistent in its rates anyway. If I could help it, I'd like to stay on DSL. If, however, cable at its worst speeds beats the DSL I have now at a decent price, I'd be willing to consider it.
So, etching out this whole gamut leaves me without options. Should I try Uverse? Should I try Cable? I don't know, so I'm looking for a site or two that will help me navigate the waters here. The deals on Comcast and ATT's sites don't look too compelling when you add in the x-factor of hidden fees, and I know I'll get sold the moon and 3 stars if I call them. I'm looking for a site that'll help me out without any BS.
If it helps, I live in Michigan. Here's my computer info:
Tech Support Guy System Info Utility version 1.0.0.1
OS Version: Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Service Pack 3, 32 bit
Processor: Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 CPU 3.00GHz, x86 Family 15 Model 4 Stepping 1
Processor Count: 2
RAM: 3062 Mb
Graphics Card: Intel(R) 82915G/GV/910GL Express Chipset Family, 128 Mb
Hard Drives: C: Total - 35055 MB, Free - 7265 MB; D: Total - 476937 MB, Free - 259900 MB;
Motherboard: Dell Inc. , 0M3918, , ..CN708214B5049M.
Antivirus: Avira Desktop, Updated: Yes, On-Demand Scanner: Enabled
I've come to the realization that my 3 Megabit internet, while decent for my everyday needs, is still pretty crappy. Online videos are getting higher and higher def now, and I would like a better speed for downloading in general.
The problems are I don't want to go past $55 a month, and I've tried this before. My ISP is ATT (DSL internet) and I tried to upgrade my internet to 6 Megs years ago. It actually worked okay for a year, but then frequent disconnects started happening. After 6 tech visits, it was ascertained I was too far from the ATT office or something for the 6 Meg service. Funny, I was told different when I signed up. Anyway, I can't go to 6 meg on regular ATT DSL.
I WOULD try Uverse, but I've heard some bad things there. Plus, it's a new service that probably has new service fees.
I don't know about cable; the only provider in my area that does it, it seems, is Comcast. I don't trust them that much (had them for cable tv way back), and I've heard that cable internet in general is inconsistent in its rates anyway. If I could help it, I'd like to stay on DSL. If, however, cable at its worst speeds beats the DSL I have now at a decent price, I'd be willing to consider it.
So, etching out this whole gamut leaves me without options. Should I try Uverse? Should I try Cable? I don't know, so I'm looking for a site or two that will help me navigate the waters here. The deals on Comcast and ATT's sites don't look too compelling when you add in the x-factor of hidden fees, and I know I'll get sold the moon and 3 stars if I call them. I'm looking for a site that'll help me out without any BS.
If it helps, I live in Michigan. Here's my computer info:
Tech Support Guy System Info Utility version 1.0.0.1
OS Version: Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Service Pack 3, 32 bit
Processor: Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 CPU 3.00GHz, x86 Family 15 Model 4 Stepping 1
Processor Count: 2
RAM: 3062 Mb
Graphics Card: Intel(R) 82915G/GV/910GL Express Chipset Family, 128 Mb
Hard Drives: C: Total - 35055 MB, Free - 7265 MB; D: Total - 476937 MB, Free - 259900 MB;
Motherboard: Dell Inc. , 0M3918, , ..CN708214B5049M.
Antivirus: Avira Desktop, Updated: Yes, On-Demand Scanner: Enabled