SOMD Wireless???

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pappascw

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Anyone else out there have them or know anyone using them? I set up a client of mine that is having problems and not getting any answers. Is this just an isolated problem? Problem is I have 2 other people that are interested in the service but I can't recommend them if I only have a bad expereience.

Thanks..
 
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kurleybrown

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I was going to sign up for service for my mom. It took several trys to get them on the phone, then they never showed for the appointment they scheduled. I had taken the afternoon off of work. I was very upset. I ended up getting her DSL.

I have a Verizon card for my computer. (Cable Internet at home.) Unlimited for about $80/Month. I have been very happy with it. It works just about everywhere my verizon phone works and I have found it to be faster than dial up. I hear that they will have broadband service for it this fall.
 
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pappascw

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So you basically get the same service or lack of that I receive. I personally have cable and have no problem with it. I don't think wireless is a replacement for DSL or cable but it should be better then satellite. I also have one of the Verizon cards and you're right, the faster Broadband Access should be working down here by then end of the summer. That will open another option for those outside the cable/dsl areas.
 
Danzig

Danzig

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They were always GREAT when I used them. I could always get a live person to talk to when I called. I only switched to cable cause they came down in price.
 
microcomputer

microcomputer

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kurleybrown said:
I have a Verizon card for my computer. (Cable Internet at home.) Unlimited for about $80/Month. I have been very happy with it. It works just about everywhere my verizon phone works and I have found it to be faster than dial up. I hear that they will have broadband service for it this fall.
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I can only get dialup here in Clements (no DSL or Cable). Southern Maryland Wireless said I'm outside their range. I considered the "Verizon Card" but didn't know anyone using it (until I saw this message). Right now I get 28.8KB but would like to bump that pup up a bit. $80.00 sounds like a lot but I'm paying for a second line and ISP. That would pretty much take a big chunk out of that $80.00 a month. I hope you don't mind but I have a few questions...

1. You said that anyplace you can get Verizon (cell service) you can reach the InterNet - correct? In otherwords, if I'm in PA and I get a signal on my Verizon Cell Phone - I will be able to reach the InterNet using the Verizon Card?

2. When I was at Verizon (updating my cell phones) I saw the card but the flyer indicated that I would have to pay Verizon and then pay a ISP for access - I must have misread that - correct?

3. Anything I should be aware of before moving to the Verizon Card?

4. Verizon offers (on the web) three cards - any suggestions?

5. I hang on the InterNet for long periods of time (updating sites, etc) - do I use up "minutes?" Is there any time limitations? I just went to Verizon and would you believe they are updating (smile) so that page isn't available.

Sure hope you don't mind all these questions!
 
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pappascw

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I can only get dialup here in Clements (no DSL or Cable). Southern Maryland Wireless said I'm outside their range. I considered the "Verizon Card" but didn't know anyone using it (until I saw this message). Right now I get 28.8KB but would like to bump that pup up a bit. $80.00 sounds like a lot but I'm paying for a second line and ISP. That would pretty much take a big chunk out of that $80.00 a month. I hope you don't mind but I have a few questions...

1. You said that anyplace you can get Verizon (cell service) you can reach the InterNet - correct? In otherwords, if I'm in PA and I get a signal on my Verizon Cell Phone - I will be able to reach the InterNet using the Verizon Card?

Yes and no.. Verizon has some dead spots but not many. What you need to understand is that there are 2 tiers of service. National Access and Broadband Access. National Access has been around for years, Broadband just launched 6 months or so ago. Broadband will offer speeds up to 2MB but averages around 800K. National will only go to 100k and you will see speeds around 50-80k average.

2. When I was at Verizon (updating my cell phones) I saw the card but the flyer indicated that I would have to pay Verizon and then pay a ISP for access - I must have misread that - correct?

Well with Verizon you don't get an email address so in that aspect it doesn't replace your ISP but other then email thats all you will need.

3. Anything I should be aware of before moving to the Verizon Card?

Not really, other then the 80.00 price plan and making sure your PC or laptop has a PCMCIA card slot.

4. Verizon offers (on the web) three cards - any suggestions?

I went with the Kyocera KPC650 because you can also send text/receive text messages with it.

5. I hang on the InterNet for long periods of time (updating sites, etc) - do I use up "minutes?" Is there any time limitations? I just went to Verizon and would you believe they are updating (smile) so that page isn't available.

For the 80.00 dollar plan you will have unlimited internet access.

Something else to keep in mind is that most of the contractors and gov personel down here in the county get discounts off of Verizon service. My service is actually costing 62.00 a month with the discount.
 
microcomputer

microcomputer

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Thanks a bunch for your reply. You answered all my questions. I'll start searching for a PCMCIA to USB cable (so I can use it on my desktop). My laptop will work just fine. Once I have the cable I'll pick up a Kyocera KPC650 and give it a drive. If it doesn't work - I'll come looking for you! SMILE

Wish I could take advantage of the discount but retired a few years ago so not employed. I started http://www.vpnavy.org/ (as a hobby) a while back and it sure keeps me busy and online for extended periods of time - so it was good news that the service is unlimited (time wise).

Thanks again.
 
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