What is satellite internet?
Satellite internet uses a satellite in space to connect your home to the internet. It is good for people who live in rural areas where cable or fiber networks are not available.
To get satellite internet, you need a small satellite dish installed on or near your home. Two big companies that provide satellite internet are Viasat and HughesNet.
Satellite internet works by having a satellite in space that is always in the same spot above the Earth. This makes it possible for people in the US and other countries to use it.
Satellite internet providers
Max Speed
100 Mbs
Pros & cons of satellite internet
Pros
Available anywhere in the US
Good for streaming and social media
Cons
Slower speeds
Data caps
Not ideal for video calls and online gaming
FAQs
Satellite internet connects you to the internet through a small dish installed on or near your home. You need a professional technician to install it because it's a bit complicated.
Satellite internet speeds range from 12Mbps to 100Mbps. However, it has high latency which can make certain activities like streaming or gaming feel slower.
DSL may be a better option if it's available and at speeds 25 mbps or greater. It has similar download speeds to satellite but with lower latency and higher data caps. Plus, DSL plans are often cheaper.
