Things You'll Need:
- Telephone
- Local telephone directory
- Friends with high speed Internet connections
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Step 1
Determine whether high speed Internet access is available in your area. Ask your friends in the neighborhood if they use high speed Internet access and which type they use. You may have more than one option for access, depending on where you live.
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Step 2
Try the different access methods your friends and neighbors have. Using someone's high speed internet access can help you determine which type you need.
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Step 3
Determine the speed each of your friends and neighbors have with their connection. Compare that speed with the speed you need.
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Step 4
Make note of the company through which your friends and neighbors have high speed Internet access.
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Step 1
Consider which features are provided by each provider in your city. You will probably need at least two email addresses for the account. Consider purchasing security features such as spyware protection and system security from the Internet service provider if you don't already have these programs on your computer.
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Step 2
Consider the ability to set up a home network. Many high speed Internet service providers support the use of multiple computers on a wired or wireless home network through the use of wired or wireless router technology.
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Step 3
Ask each Internet service provider what support is provided to subscribers. Many high speed Internet service providers provide multiple methods of technical support and repair services, while some charge a monthly fee for such services.
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Step 4
Determine the speed you need. Many high speed Internet service providers provide multiple connection speeds with each speed being a set monthly rate. You should never pay for more speed than what you need based on your use, such as email, general surfing, playing games or streaming music and video.
