How to Shopping for Internet Service

This will give you some information so you can make an informed decision. Here are some things you will need to find out in order to make your decision easier and with no hidden surprises or disappointments. This apply to any broadband service such as Cable, DSL, Mobile, or Satellite.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Paper
• Pen

1. When calling companies for Internet Service shopping be sure you have paper and pen to write information the companies provide you.
2. Print this out so you these question in front of you when talking to a rep.
3. Find out the price and what speed you are getting for that price. For example so companies have several different speed packages available at different prices to meet your budget.
4. Also find out how the price rate is. Example is introductory price for only 3, 6, and 12 months. If it is a introductory price what will be the rate after the introductory price has expired.
5. Are there restrictions on how much you can download? Some companies may have restrictions.
6. Is there a startup fee?
7. Is there any equipment to buy or lease?
8. Is there a shipping charge for equipment?
9. How long is the warranty on the equipment?
10. Where is the tech support located USA or Overseas?
11. Is there a charge for tech support?
12. Is there contract and if so is there a termination fee?
13. What type of install is this. Is this install you have to do your self or will they send professional out to install it for you.
14. If it is a professional install is there additional cost.

Tips & Warnings

• Also be sure to the rep name and employee id.
• Also find out how long will the price that was quote you will last.
• Example is the price special for the week or month.