Selecting high speed internet may seem like a complicated process. There’s a lot of jargon to sift through, what do all those different speeds mean, and which providers are head and shoulders above the rest. Using a resource to help you ask and answer the right questions is a great approach to selecting broadband. The first question you should try and answer right away is what kind of speed is appropriate. Depending on your intended use of your internet connection, there are several different speed tiers available. A basic package is adequate for e-mail and some light surfing. If you are planning daily surfing, online shopping and banking, and similar activities, a 1.5 or 3 Mbps speed is perfect. For video streaming, social networking, online gaming, and any of the other mentioned activities, you might wish to have a 6 – 15 Mbps speed package.
The next question you might want to answer is which broadband delivery method is right for you — DSL, cable, satellite, or fiber optics. This question is usually answered by identifying which infrastructure is the most well-developed. In rural areas, DSL is usually not available, but satellite is a great alternative. In urban areas, you might have your pick of DSL or cable internet providers. A quick, at-a-glance listing of top ISP’s by State can help you make that determination.