Yeah, I have it. If DSL and Cable are viable options, I consider Starband
a fine alternative. The latency is somewhat high (800 ms typical), but the
throughput is good (400k or better in most cases, inbound). I have this
hooked up to a SPARC running Linux-2.4.1 as a firewall. If you want to see
the latency issues, try pinging 148.75.225.142, or ssh there and see what
happens when you type something to the login prompt.
If you desire, I can be more verbose.
Oh also, I highly recommend that people in New England consider using
Northern Systems as your retailer. They have many years of experience with
Satelite technology and stand behind their installations. You can find
more information at www.northernsys.com.
- Marc
On Thu, 15 Feb 2001, Mark Rousseau wrote:
> Has anyone on this list tried the two satellite service from Starband?
> I'm interested in it since I live in the boonies and it seems like it
> will be cold day in hell before DSL is an option.
>
> thanks,
> Mark Rousseau
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