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If you’re a resident of Almaguin Highlands, your internet options can be a breeze if you live in town, but they might pose a challenge if you’re out in the rural or lakeside areas.
In town, you’ve got some choices when it comes to internet providers. You can pick between Cable Internet (DSL) or even Fiberoptic if Lakelands has extended its reach to your neighborhood. When we used DSL, we went with TekSavvy – their tech support and pricing were spot-on. Now, we’ve upgraded to the lightning-fast and dependable Fibre Optic internet from Lakelands.
However, if you’re considering a move to the countryside or already live there, the first thing to check is your cell phone signal. Having good cell coverage opens up more options for high-speed internet.
For most rural locations, Xplorenet is the go-to choice. It pretty much covers every nook and cranny in Almaguin, and it’s satellite-based, so you can often get Xplorenet even in areas with limited coverage.
Another promising option is StarLink; folks in the area who’ve already installed it have been singing its praises.
Don’t forget to reach out to your phone provider too – Bell and Rogers, for instance, offer wireless home internet plans that piggyback on your cell signal. So, as long as you’ve got cell reception, it’s worth a look.
Whichever route you take to get online, pay close attention to the length of your contract. I wouldn’t recommend signing up for anything longer than a 2-year contract. Internet coverage in our area is evolving quickly, and you don’t want to miss out on an upgraded service because you’re stuck in an old contract.