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What is high-speed or broadband Internet access?
High-speed/broadband Internet access refers to speeds that meet or exceed 300kbps. As a comparison, typical dial-up speeds range from 28.8kbps to 56kbps. This is a timesaving tool that allows you to work faster on the Internet. At www.toast.net there is a comparison chart that shows the maximum download speeds for the Internet access types.
Why should I consider QSAT?
QSAT offers rural consumers the chance to have a high-speed connection to the Internet. You will have the reliability of a land-based dial up connection but experience download speeds up to 50 times faster! Best of all, it is available for as low as $49.95 a month. Regardless of where you live, if you have a clear view of the southern sky, you can probably receive QSAT high-speed Internet service.
What is the difference between DSL and satellite high-speed broadband?
DSL operates over phone lines, but is not usually available in rural or sparsely populated areas. Because of the high cost to provide DSL service, it may be many years before it is available to those in less densely populated parts of the country. QSAT is the high-speed alternative that is competitively priced and available virtually anywhere, right now!
What is the difference between my dial-up and QSAT broadband service?
In a word, Speed! Dial-up uses 42K bytes per second to send information from other websites to your computer. QSAT can send the same communication to your computer, only at speeds up to 1500 KBS. Quite a difference!
Shouldn’t I just wait for cable or DSL to come to my area?
If you live in a rural area of the country, the wait could be years. The main obstacle is the costs for upgrading phone and cable systems for broadband, so companies are focusing on high-population areas of the country.
What are the advantages of QSAT over “two-way” satellite systems?
"Two-way" satellite systems are known for "time out" delays and a poor internet connection. The QSAT speeds are between 3 - 4 times faster than the base two way srvice. The solution? QSAT! We use your telephone line to send information to the Internet, so there are no “time out” delays. And your phone connection serves as a back up, so in severe weather, you may experience a temporary slow down, but you will not lose your connection – thus, making QSAT more reliable. Best of all, QSAT costs at least 50% less than two-way systems.
The phone lines in my area are poor, will QSAT still be able to provide service to my home?
The phone lines do not affect your high-speed surfing experience. In fact, 80% of Internet activity involves downloading information in the form of web pages, photos, searches, etc. QSAT downloads information to your computer from the satellite, not over phone lines.
Is the satellite dish like the one used for TV?
Yes! The dish is slightly larger, but works about the same way. If you can receive satellite TV at your home, you can probably receive QSAT.
How long will it take to install the equipment?
Most installations take about 90 minutes. QSAT has a network of professional installers who will perform a quality installation for a low flat rate.
Can I receive calls while I am using QSAT?
Yes! You may need to purchase additional services and/or hardware from another company. Example: The source carries an Internal PCI 56k V.92 modem for $17.99 which you can use in place of the modem inside your computer. It allows you to answer a phone call/ignore a phone call/make a phone call all while your internet is put on hold. So that you don’t lose your connection and when finished just resume your browsing. With no additional costs.
Can I share my QSAT connection to the Internet with other computers on my home network?
Yes! QSAT is capable of accepting a wireless or wired netork. We can provide you with the required information to share your connection, however we do not offer technical support on Networks. For a network environment we suggest you upgrade to the Satmodem which is plug and play for networks.
Will QSAT work with MAC computers?
Yes, the new self hosting Satmodem accepts MAC applications.
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