[fireant911]

We live in rural Upper Michigan (I suppose everyone up here is considered rural!). Of course, Internet providers are rather limited in this area so we signed up with a local provider and struggled for 2-1/2 years with spotty and oftentimes NO Internet. Adding to this already difficult situation is the fact that we were unable to get a phone LAN line so we were were forced to use WiFi for our cell phones. Because my wife is a physician, having reliable communication with the outside world is a necessity... our crappy Internet was unacceptable; however, our choices were almost nil.

Then finally Starlink was made available in our area. We signed up on the 'list' and although it took several months as well as an additional delay, our number 'came up'! I installed the unit several months ago and we have not had any issues. Finally, reliable internet!!! Yes, it is more expensive monthly PLUS the upfront cost for all the equipment was close to $1K ($599 + antenna ridgemount kit+ additional mesh router) - it was still an EXCELLENT purchase and we are EXTREMELY happy.