What's "Wireless Internet Access"? [Back to top]
Wireless Internet access is exactly what it says: a wireless method of connecting to and using the Internet. T6 Broadband, Inc. is providing high speed cost effective solutions for Internet access, with NO PHONE LINES NEEDED! There is no need to worry about slow downloads, busy signals, or disconnections any more. With wireless Internet your computer is always on the Internet. Using this brand new technology, T6 Broadband, Inc. is the first company to bring cost effective, high speed Internet access to North Central Illinois
What equipment is needed? [Back to top]
A typical setup for a wireless Internet connection is:
Computer (Pentium or higher, 32 MB or higher, Windows 95 or newer, Macs, too)
Network card and router
Cable from your computer to the antenna at your location
Directional antenna that points at one of our Internet access points
Mounting brackets to secure the antenna to your roof or existing tower on your roof
How fast is Wireless Internet? [Back to top]
At an absolute maximum, depending on weather conditions and radio interference in your location, your connection can receive and send information at about 2.56mbps per second, equal to the speed of two T1 connections.
Will I have to learn anything new to use this system? [Back to top]
If you know how to use a web browser and email software, you will find you've already learned what you need to know. With our setup, you are always online, any time your computer is powered up. You click on your browser icon, and you are online with no delay and no waiting, EVER, for a free line or a connection.
What are some benefits to having fast Internet access? [Back to top]
If you're used to the speed of standard dialup Internet access, you know the drill: click and wait. And wait. And (when there's a large image, or a lot of programming in the page you're trying to view) wait some more. With wireless Internet access, that wait is gone. You can play videos off the Web in "real time", make Internet phone calls with fluid clarity of transmission, play your favorite MP3's in real time, watch live video streams, send and receive files at breathtaking speeds. Best of all, general browsing is much more enjoyable than it ever was on a dialup connection!
Do I need a phone line to access the Internet? [Back to top]
No, a phone line is not needed. A wireless Internet connection is bi-directional, which means that your wireless setup will both receive and send data. It's a complete solution for your Internet connectivity.
Is this like cable modems, ISDN, or DSL? [Back to top]
Wireless Internet access is possible over a broader geographic area in North Central Illinois than any of the other options listed. Additionally, cable modems, ISDN and DSL are all dependent on phone lines or cable companies. Not so with wireless Internet, which is much faster than the others.
Is wireless Internet access unlimited? [Back to top]
With wireless Internet access your computer is always connected. There are no time limits or restrictions on how long you can use it. Bandwidth volume is governed by our acceptable use policy.
Is this the same as what's called "satellite" Internet? [Back to top]
No, it's better! Wireless Internet is bi-directional unlike satellite solutions, where you download via the dish antenna, but you are also connected by phone line to the Internet for your uploads. Our wireless solution eliminates the need for any dedicated phone lines, thereby reducing your costs, while providing data [transfer] rates much better than possible with modems or ISDN.
Will I still need my modem? [Back to top]
No, wireless Internet connections do not require a modem. However, if you use your computer for sending or receiving faxes, you will still need your modem. You will also need your modem if you intend to use it for dialup Internet access, as a backup to your wireless connection, or if you transport your computer to another geographic location where you use a dialup connection instead of a wireless connection.
How long does it take to install? [Back to top]
As soon as your location has had a site survey to determine connection viability, a date will be set for installing your unit. When a service technician is on site, it could take as little as an hour or much as several days. Each location and application differs in the degree of difficulty.
Will I get busy signals? [Back to top]
No! You always have a Internet connection, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. A wireless connection requires no phone line, which makes it impossible to get a busy signal.
Is this service available in my area? [Back to top]
T6 Broadband, Inc. is currently installing wireless connections in and near the Boone County area. We expect to be expanding our coverage territory soon. If you are in our coverage location, a site inspection will need to be performed for almost all potential customers to evaluate the ability to use wireless where you are. If you know where our access points are, and you can see one, then you should be able to get a working signal. A site survey must be done prior to installing any wireless equipment. |
