Verizon cellular access & Ubuntu

[Ric Moore]

On Wed, 2010-11-10 at 07:31 -0500, Andy Graybeal wrote:
> > I'm using HughesNet sat service. Kinda pricey, but if the Verizon bit
> > doesn't work out, Hughs works just fine with an ethernet cable to the
> > Sat modem. The download limit is restricted though, until 2AM until 7AM,
> > so just plan on doing the heavy stuff in the wee hours. At least they
> > don't shut you down completely if you exceed the limits of your plan,
> > but you'll be throttled down to modem speeds until your limit recovers.
> > (about 12-24 hours or so) Not worth a tinker's for online gaming. Ric
> >
> >
> Ric,
> It looks like the cellular package runs:
> 
> $50+tax w/ $50 rebate
> $35+tax activation fee
> $60+tax/mo + $60+tax/mo (two months payment in advance, then $60+tax/mo 
> normal after the first month)
> 2 year contract
> 5GB up/down cap/mo
> 
> How much does sat run $$, and what are the limits?

http://www.hughesnet.com/

It's pricey, but worth it if you're stuck with a phone modem. Ric


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