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Originally Posted by jyl
Les, what is your internet solution "out there"?
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The Province of Nova Scotia (pop <1 million) decreed there would be a minimum internet signal speed available. Various companies have been allotted sectors of the province to provide service in 'fringe areas. The cost is $46.95, regardless of where you are or what equipment it takes to get the signal to you.
I live 5 miles from Annapolis Royal, a town of about 500. If I was within 3 miles, I would be hooked into the Bell Aliant lines, although my 1/4 mile driveway might pose a problem. Because of my location, another company provided an antenna which is pointed at a tower about five miles away on the mountain. Most of the time it is not too bad, but when there are demands on the signal, it can take 5 minutes to load a page of "Random Pics" (especially if some Pelican has posted a bunch of video clips).
It isn't the best, but it is OK.
Best
Les