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Member review of Clearwire Wireless - BroadbandReports.com

I live in South Philly, and clearwire has covered my house front with pamphlets, thingies that hang on door knob, and mail for several months. They say that Philly is going to have great coverage by their product. I called, talked, bought wireless (a ...

Member review of magicjack.com - Broadband Dslreports

I ordered through the magicJack site (which is ugly, but easy to navigate): one magicJack, standard shipping (supposedly with no package tracking, expected 5-10 business days for ... over Verizon DSL was probably the best in overall service, quality ...

Voting Question: What Allows for Fast DSL Speeds When Far From C/O?

We're looking at office space for a very small company (currently 2 employees; looking to grow to 8-10 over next 2 years). As we're an online intensive business, affordable broadband is a VERY important deciding factor in selecting office space. We know if we get this wrong, it's like the difference between $1,200/year vs. $5,000+/year in overhead. In looking for offices, we've run into 2 nearly identical situations, in towns about 20 miles apart, where AT&T and/or other DSL providers (MegaPath, NewEdge, SpeakEasy, Nuvox, etc.) are promising VASTLY different available DSL speeds. In both of these situations, the offices are pretty far from the C/O (in one case about 2 miles, in another case about 3-1/2 miles). What is the technology that allows AT&T and certain DSL providers to deliver DSL at distances pretty far from C/O? And how can we confirm whether or not the DSL provider or AT&T will actually be able to deliver BEFORE getting on the hook for an office lease and moving in? What would YOU ask for from the DSL provider, BEFORE signing the office lease? more

Resolved Question: SAS quarantines Trojans - now blank screen at Startup WinXP?

I'm panicking. Ever since I removed the old Avast and downloaded new Avast (also tried Avira) into Download Files folder, then tried to run either Avast or Avira, a message displayed re: Can't install due to corrupted files. Antispywares such as Malbytes (or was it SAS) kept remaining "locked-up" and even CTL/ALT/DEL plus EndNow wouldn't work. The only way I could shut the system would be to turn off the power on surge protector (even the power-off button failed to work). So I tried Super AntiSpyware. I downloaded the latest definitions from SAS. SAS then picked up 4 Trojans & asked if I wish to quarantine the corrupted files (which were in the Windows system). I chose YES. The corrupted files now in quarantine are: (1) c:\windows\system32\lowsec (2) ditto\lowsec\local.ds (3) ditto\lowsec\user.ds (4) ditto\lowsec\user.ds.lll Ever since then, I had further problems. First Win XP stating it cannot reinstall, and asking me if I want to restore system to the point prior to the problem. I chose YES. Ever since that, XP will not start up except in Safe Mode. It won't startup Normally (totally blank screen). I don't know what to do now. I shiver at even the thought of complete reinstallation,since that's always been a horrible ordeal for me, even when I was finally able to reach the Microsoft guy years ago to help walk me thru it. Just dealing with the various personnel until reaching someone halfway knowledgeable took hours and hours & endless sweat. I don't want to go thru that again. P.S. please bear with me. I'm on very slow dialup, and using my other [tiny thinkpad] computer which seems to be suffering chronically with very slow connection problems (i.e. the double-computer icon at lower right of screen is always chronically with a red-X (local area connection unplugged). I've no idea why, but maybe that's why most of the time i have trouble getting connected on this comjputer. Also note: I'm in a Catch22 (or maybe catch33 or catch44) - like this: I'm ill from EMF sensitivity due to overexposure in no small part due to slow dialup, but also many years before that of overexposure to EMFs of word processing on CRTs etc. I missed the boat with getting good deal on DSL/broadband. Verizon's good deals of Dry Loop DSL / locked in for life / seem to be over. Anyway, since my system was always so problematic, why should I have bothered with seeking broadband? And why bother getting another system (like maybe Linux or whatever) if I don't have broadband anyway, and I already got EMF illness due to very-slow dialup causing overexposure to computer EMFs? I doubt anyone can relate to my Catch 44, but that's how it is, and that's why I'm always scrambling 1000 paces behind everyone else. There were other [personal] factors also distracting me from keeping up. It has built up to crisis proportions, since Internet by now seems to be a necessity vs. luxury, so i'm at wits end how best to extract myself & catch up with the world, without going broke.EMPHASIS ONCE AGAIN: I'd appreciate answer other than "clean reinstall". Please see my original request, for further detail why. more

Resolved Question: which laptop is better for gaming? 10 points for the best answer?

which is better for gaming? Sony $650 * Intel® Core™2 Duo mobile processor T6600 Features 2 processing cores, 800MHz frontside bus, 2MB L2 cache and 2.2GHz processor speed per core. * 2 high-performance processing cores To run multiple demanding applications simultaneously without hesitation. * 4GB PC2-6400 DDR2 memory For multitasking power, expandable to 8GB. * Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support Records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD+R DL media. Also supports DVD-RAM. * 16.4" LCD widescreen display With 1600 x 900 resolution brings life to your movies and games. * 500GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm) Offers spacious storage and fast read/write times. * ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4650 graphics Features 2287MB total available graphics memory. HDMI input for connecting to an HDTV. Dolby Sound Room audio. * Dedicated A/V buttons Include S1, DVD play, A/V mode, volume ±, play, pause, stop and Bluetooth on/off. * Built-in MOTION EYE webcam With microphone and face-tracking technology makes it easy to chat with and send video mail to family and friends. * Multimedia card reader With MagicGate functionality supports Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick PRO formats. Also features a Secure Digital media slot (media not included). * i.LINK (IEEE 1394) port and 3 USB 2.0 ports For digital data transfer and mobile digital imaging capabilities. * Built-in Intel® WiFi Link 5100AGN (802.11a/b/g/n) Wirelessly connect to the Internet. Built-in stereo A2DP Bluetooth interface to easily link with other Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as a mobile phone or MP3 player. * Built-in 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T Gigabit fast Ethernet LAN With RJ-45 connector for quick and easy wired Web connection. * VAIO Media Plus Lets you wirelessly stream music, photos and video stored on your VAIO PC throughout your home network. * Weighs 6.9 lbs. and measures just 1.5" thin For portable power. * Good battery life Of up to 3 hours. * Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Edition 64-bit operating system preinstalled Provides a stable platform for word processing, Web navigation, gaming, media storage and more. * Software package included With Microsoft Works SE 9.0, VAIO Multimedia Suite and more. 60-day trial version of Microsoft Office Home and Student 2007 also included. vs HP dv7 $900 HP 17.3" Pavilion dv7-3079wm Entertainment Laptop PC: * AMD Turion II Ultra dual-core processor M600 Offers 2.4GHz speed, 3.6GT/s, and a 2MB L2 cache for enhanced performance and battery life * 4GB DDR2 system memory Enough memory to handle today's most memory-hungry applications * 640GB SATA hard drive, 7200 rpm Stores up to 181,000 photos, or up to 158,000 songs, or up to 76 hours of HD video and more * 17.3" diagonal HD+ LED BrightView display. Browse the Web and watch movies with native support for high-definition content ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4650 with up to 2815MB total available graphics memory, 1024MB dedicated * Blu-ray Disc Optical Drive Play high-definition Blu-ray Discs, or play and create CDs and DVDs in multiple formats * Wireless Wi-Fi and wired Ethernet, Connect to a broadband modem (cable or DSL) wirelessly or using the wired 10/100Mbps Ethernet port. You can also wirelessly connect to a WiFi signal/hotspot with built-in 802.11 b/g/n HP 17.3" Pavilion dv7-3079wm Entertainment Laptop PC Specifications: * HP Imprint Espresso finish * 8 Cell Battery * 5-in-1 digital media card reader * Altec Lansing speakers with SRS Premium Sound * HP Mobile Remote Control * HP Webcam with integrated microphone * HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection from what i can tell, the hp one is only a little better, from the harddrive. 1) which processor is better for gaming? 2) which deal is better? 3) which is the better laptop for gaming? 10 points if u answer well! more

Voting Question: which is the better laptop? 10 points for best answer!?

Sony - VAIO Laptop with Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor - Black $650 # Intel® Core™2 Duo mobile processor T6600 Features 2 processing cores, 800MHz frontside bus, 2MB L2 cache and 2.2GHz processor speed per core. # 2 high-performance processing cores To run multiple demanding applications simultaneously without hesitation. # 4GB PC2-6400 DDR2 memory For multitasking power, expandable to 8GB. # Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support Records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD+R DL media. Also supports DVD-RAM. # 16.4" LCD widescreen display With 1600 x 900 resolution brings life to your movies and games. # 500GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm) Offers spacious storage and fast read/write times. # ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4650 graphics Features 2287MB total available graphics memory. HDMI input for connecting to an HDTV. Dolby Sound Room audio. # Dedicated A/V buttons Include S1, DVD play, A/V mode, volume ±, play, pause, stop and Bluetooth on/off. # Built-in MOTION EYE webcam With microphone and face-tracking technology makes it easy to chat with and send video mail to family and friends. # Multimedia card reader With MagicGate functionality supports Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick PRO formats. Also features a Secure Digital media slot (media not included). # i.LINK (IEEE 1394) port and 3 USB 2.0 ports For digital data transfer and mobile digital imaging capabilities. # Built-in Intel® WiFi Link 5100AGN (802.11a/b/g/n) Wirelessly connect to the Internet. Built-in stereo A2DP Bluetooth interface to easily link with other Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as a mobile phone or MP3 player. # Built-in 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T Gigabit fast Ethernet LAN With RJ-45 connector for quick and easy wired Web connection. # VAIO Media Plus Lets you wirelessly stream music, photos and video stored on your VAIO PC throughout your home network. vs Hp dv7 $ 900 HP 17.3" Pavilion dv7-3079wm Entertainment Laptop PC: * AMD Turion II Ultra dual-core processor M600 Offers 2.4GHz speed, 3.6GT/s, and a 2MB L2 cache for enhanced performance and battery life * 4GB DDR2 system memory Enough memory to handle today's most memory-hungry applications * 640GB SATA hard drive, 7200 rpm Stores up to 181,000 photos, or up to 158,000 songs, or up to 76 hours of HD video and more * 17.3" diagonal HD+ LED BrightView display. Browse the Web and watch movies with native support for high-definition content ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4650 with up to 2815MB total available graphics memory, 1024MB dedicated * Blu-ray Disc Optical Drive Play high-definition Blu-ray Discs, or play and create CDs and DVDs in multiple formats * Wireless Wi-Fi and wired Ethernet, Connect to a broadband modem (cable or DSL) wirelessly or using the wired 10/100Mbps Ethernet port. You can also wirelessly connect to a WiFi signal/hotspot with built-in 802.11 b/g/n HP 17.3" Pavilion dv7-3079wm Entertainment Laptop PC Specifications: * HP Imprint Espresso finish * 8 Cell Battery * 5-in-1 digital media card reader * Altec Lansing speakers with SRS Premium Sound * HP Mobile Remote Control * HP Webcam with integrated microphone * HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection Notice the difference in price. which is better? how good is sony? i am a gamer, and will mostly use it for gaming more

Resolved Question: Which laptop is better for gaming? 10 points best answer!?

Ok guys i need a solid gaming laptop and here are the two i found. HP dv6t- $850 Components * • Espresso Black * • Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit * • Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor T6600 (2.2GHz, 2MB L2 Cache, 800MHz FSB) * • FREE Upgrade to 4GB DDR3 System Memory (2 Dimm) from 2GB DDR3 System Memory (2 Dimm) * • FREE Upgrade to 500GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive from 250GB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive * • 1GB ATI Radeon(TM) HD 4650 Graphics * • 15.6" diagonal High Definition LED HP Brightview Widescreen Display (1366x768) * • LightScribe SuperMulti 8X DVD+/-RW with Double Layer Support * • Webcam Only * • Wireless-G Card * • No TV Tuner w/remote control * • HP Color Matching Keyboard * • 6 Cell Lithium Ion Battery * • No Modem * • Microsoft(R) Works 9.0 VS HP dv7t - $ 900 # AMD Turion II Ultra dual-core processor M600 Offers 2.4GHz speed, 3.6GT/s, and a 2MB L2 cache for enhanced performance and battery life # 4GB DDR2 system memory Enough memory to handle today's most memory-hungry applications # 640GB SATA hard drive, 7200 rpm Stores up to 181,000 photos, or up to 158,000 songs, or up to 76 hours of HD video and more # 17.3" diagonal HD+ LED BrightView display. Browse the Web and watch movies with native support for high-definition content ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4650 with up to 2815MB total available graphics memory, 1024MB dedicated # Blu-ray Disc Optical Drive Play high-definition Blu-ray Discs, or play and create CDs and DVDs in multiple formats # Wireless Wi-Fi and wired Ethernet, Connect to a broadband modem (cable or DSL) wirelessly or using the wired 10/100Mbps Ethernet port. You can also wirelessly connect to a WiFi signal/hotspot with built-in 802.11 b/g/n # HP Imprint Espresso finish # 8 Cell Battery # 5-in-1 digital media card reader # Altec Lansing speakers with SRS Premium Sound # HP Mobile Remote Control # HP Webcam with integrated microphone # HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection From what i can gather, for an extra $50 i get a blueray player, a larger screen, 120GB more space. The only thing i am worried about is the AMD Turion II Ultra dual-core processor M600, i heard AMD is not good? Can i game on it and is it trustworthy like intel? Are the graphic cards the same? 10 points if you answer well, thanks! more

Resolved Question: Can I have the truth behind DSL VS. Cable speeds?

I have AT&T with up to 6.0MPS. I watch (or try to) NBA Broadband, League Pass. Sometimes during prime time it jerks the motions and many times the picture freezes. I just installed a D-link N router and adapter. It seems to have helped some, but the problem still will occur. I went from about 3AM of 68mps received on the status bar and 5.1 MPS dsl speed check, to 54mps on status bar, and down to 2.66 on independent and at&t speed check at 6PM. Does the DSL get worse at night because of traffic? I can get local cable internet with a constant 3.0mps. Should I switch, or is this type of slowing also going to occur during prime time with cable. I am reading way too many different answers on here.Just a little confusion. I guess the Mbs, and Mps are not what I meant to write. My cable is in a small town (around 5000). Customers, I'd guess around 3200. Internet probably less than 1000? But it uses fiber optic, if that helps. I swear it's the dsl that's causing this.?? more

Resolved Question: NBA Broadband Pass???

Can you tell me about what is good or bad about it? I mainly want to know, what does the picture look like? What about my having 3.0mbs on cable vs. 6.0 on DSL? Is this about the same as some of those bad free downloads that are grainy and keep getting interrupted? more

Resolved Question: Broadband vs DSL routers? non-wireless?

ok so we have just a regular 4 port dsl router. Now our connection is split up between the comp and the xbox. the connection keeps dropping and so we called the cable guy out. he tells us that its because we have a dsl router and they are broadband. we went to look for one at best buy and they said they don't sell them. I was wondering is there a difference between broadband and dsl for routers?to blamay22... i had best buy check the records to see if they carried and they dont ( im not a fool). also the one i have is a linksysand i also checked the linksys website and they dont even have a non-wireless broadband router. dsl yes broadband no. my question was is there is really difference between the two. more

Resolved Question: DSL vs. broadband??? What's the difference?

is DSL the same thing as broadband? or is it 2 separate things? more

Resolved Question: Alltel Wireless Internet Cards vs Hughes Net?

OK, I was looking at Hughes Net for a really long time because Cable and DSL with normal companies was out of the question due to living on a farm in the middle of Michigan. But I heard that satellite internet, like Hughes Net, is really bad for playing online games because of the lag. So, now I'm thinking about the alltel wireless internet USB things that you just plug into the USB port on your computer. It's the same price, so it looks pretty good. I just have a few questions: I have alltel cell phones, and I get like 4 bars at the computer, so if I put the USB into my desktop will I be getting really good reception from the alltel tower (only about 20 miles south of my house)? Like somewhere in the 1-3 Mbps? Will it be better than Hughes Net? I would get the UTStarcom UM175 USB wireless thing. Under the map, I would have access to broadband (EVDO Rev O) Thanks.All I'm looking for is something that is faster than 56K dial-up but not as horrible as satellite internet. more

Resolved Question: Verizon DSL vs. Comcast (Boston , MA)?

Hi, I live in Boston and I am thinking about switching from Comcast (cable connection I think its called Broadband..) to verizon internet service. The main reason why I am want to switch is because Comcast recently started blocking Limewire, which I use frequently. However when I spoke to a sales lady at Comcast she assured me that they are not blocking Lime or any peer to peer sites (is she lying?). Anyway, the thing is Verizon Fios is not available yet in my area so I would be switching to a DSL service, which I am told is much slower but it is also much cheaper (about 1/2 as much). Is it worth to switch to a slower service if I HAVE to have Limewire and am I going to be totally frustrated with a DSL connection??? Thanks...J more

Resolved Question: DSL vs Cable broadband?

i'm switching from cable broadband to dsl... how huge of a performance downfall is going to happen? the switch is happening in 1 week from now and i'm so worried that video streaming and downloads will slow down so much that i'm now starting a download spree/panic.......also, would youtube vids load longer now in dsl connection??? pls. help more

Resolved Question: Virgin Broadband vs Naked DSL - Australia only please?

I'm hoping to hear feedback about the Virgin Broadband $60 bundle and the Naked DSL - which is similar except more download limits, Has anyone used these and which would be best to use? I need a high download limit with no excess charges so other service recommendations welcomed! - even better if its mobile Also is this service portable like dial up? Please only answer this question if you are in Australia! more

Resolved Question: wireless router vs wired router?

I have just switched broadband providers. My wireless router (3com) will not SYNC to the dsl signal with this new provider. Sync light just flshes, does not 'lock-on'. It performed perfectly before the switch. A wired router does sync perfectly. any ideas? Thanks more

Resolved Question: AT&T DSL vs. broadband internet?

Has anyone ever used AT&T DSL before? They have the pro DSL for a lot cheaper than my cable internet and I am seriously thinking about switching. The speed is 3.0 downstream speed and 512 kbps upstream. Is that as fast as broadband? more

Resolved Question: Can anyone tell me about PC Network Cards to access the Internet...?

through wireless cell phone providers? I’m using a Dell INSPIRON 6000; the PC slot is smaller than the typical opening of other notebooks. What are the Pro’s & Con’s of this type of service Vs DSL or cable broadband? Which wireless cell phone provider offers the best plans and national coverage for the money and is there a major difference in connection speeds? Any additional info you deem necessary to make an informed decision would be greatly appreciated. more

Resolved Question: Need help in choosing effective Hi-Speed Internet...?

In a bit of a bind here...DSL and FIOS are not available in my area, so I need a bit of help choosing an alternative. Here's what I found as options... > RCN and their broadband cable service > Comcast and their broadband cable service > Earthlink and their broadband w / comcast broadband cable I'm not interested in any other services added on, since my current satellite provider and phone service are all right, and I intend to keep them. Now, I think RCN is the better choice, because they offer faster speeds than Comcast (10 mbps vs. 5 mbps at max), but I don't seem entirely convinced, what with RCN having a shaky business history. Suggestions?Umm, let me just say this again. VERIZON DOES NOT OFFER IN MY AREA. No DSL and no FIOS. Clear? Okay, good. And second, RCN is on the list. Kapil, you forgot to click the image. Geezz... more

Resolved Question: DSL vs. broadband?

What is the difference? Is there a difference? more

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Voting Question: What Allows for Fast DSL Speeds When Far From C/O?

Resolved Question: SAS quarantines Trojans - now blank screen at Startup WinXP?

Resolved Question: which laptop is better for gaming? 10 points for the best answer?

Voting Question: which is the better laptop? 10 points for best answer!?

Resolved Question: Which laptop is better for gaming? 10 points best answer!?

Resolved Question: Can I have the truth behind DSL VS. Cable speeds?

Resolved Question: NBA Broadband Pass???

Resolved Question: Broadband vs DSL routers? non-wireless?

Resolved Question: DSL vs. broadband??? What's the difference?

Resolved Question: Alltel Wireless Internet Cards vs Hughes Net?

Resolved Question: Verizon DSL vs. Comcast (Boston , MA)?

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Resolved Question: Virgin Broadband vs Naked DSL - Australia only please?

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