Before you can connect to the Internet, you should choose what type of service you'd prefer. These pages help you choose among the dial-up and higher-speed Internet options available to you.

Choosing among your network connection options

Generally speaking, dial-up access is less expensive but significantly slower. High-speed access is fast but expensive, and not all high-speed options are available in all areas. The page linked above presents a graph displaying the various options available, their speeds and availability, and other issues.

Choosing an Internet Service Provider (ISP)

This page helps you decide which type of ISP best suits your particular needs.

Network provider options

This page presents a graph of ISPs that fit into the categories outlined on the "Choosing a high-speed ISP" page above. It describes names, approximate price ranges, and other general service details.