Satellite Internet query [RE-wrenches]

[Bob-O Schultze, Electron Connection]

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We've had Starband for over two years and like it lots. We have the 
older 360 Modem and have no problem with multiple computers on line 
and accessing the Internet at the same time. It's just a question of 
using one PC as a server and assigning each computer it's own static 
IP address. With us, the only PC in the house is the one serving up 
the Starband and the rest are all Macs. You need two Ethernet cards. 
One to connect the modem to the PC and one to connect the PC to your 
network switch.
Heavy rain or snow does affect the signal, sometimes to the point of 
losing it altogether. The rain could be at your place OR at the 
downlink site. I believe that is Virginia for Starband. I suspect 
that Direcway has the same troubles with atmospherics.
There are three other Starband users in the neighborhood and all are 
happy with the service overall. One thing that we've all found is 
that the quality of the installation (read installer) is critical. 
Someone who knows what they're doing and can get you a good aim at 
the bird makes it all good.
Best, bob-o

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