Internet
Introduction
Internet Service Providers (ISPs)
ISP Liability
ISP Third-Party Liability
Deceptive ISP Offers
Choosing an ISP
Complaints Against ISPs
Bloggers And Free Speech
Limits On Internet Usage
Privacy and Security on the Internet
Internet Commerce
Launching An Online Business
Internet Fraud
Television
Radio
Movie Rating Systems
Telephones
Faxes
Choosing an ISP
ISPs come in different shapes and sizes. Depending on where you reside, you may have a variety of options from cable Internet to dial-up services. Or you may reside in a rural area without even dial-up access where satellite service is your only option.
However, regardless of the ISP you choose, make sure you understand the terms of the service contract, including:
- total cost, including taxes and installation fees
- length of contract
- method of billing-monthly, quarterly
- payment-direct billing from a checking account, charge to a credit card
- backup service if the ISP is down
- e-mail addresses-how many are permitted?
- Web page publishing-is there space available to set up a homepage for your family?
- technical support-cost and availability (Twenty-four hours a day is best.)