Best High Speed Internet Options

In residential areas, many options exist for high speed internet subscriptions, but like anything, the most common choices come down to the big two: AT&T and Comcast. Each has advantages and disadvantages, but in today's world, high speed internet is now more common than a phone line.

AT&T

AT&T offers a program called U-verse, which is bundled cable, phone and internet; however, this service is not available in all areas. Short of that, AT&T offers DSL high speed internet for as little as $15 a month, one of the cheapest prices around. If a surfer is doing just that, and does not download large files, stream much video, or play online games, AT&T is an excellent choice.The premium stand-alone service costs $25, but is a nice compromise between performance and price. It is fine for streaming video, but downloading large files chokes a little even at those speeds; however, what can you expect for $25?

Comcast

Comcast is super, super, super fast. No doubt about it. When downloading large files, a user sees the download rates jump to never-before seen speeds. Songs in seconds, movies in minutes and instantaneous surfing all come with Comcast. But so does cost. Even with bundling services, Comcast Internet can cost anywhere from $30 to $100 a month. Comcast often offers promotional rates, but consumers rarely realize that those rates do end, and the cable bill suddenly spikes. By that time, a user succumbs to the addiction of the speed and anything less feels like a Model T against a Ferrari.

Choice depends on habits. If a premium concern is the cost, go with AT&T. $15 to $25 is pretty much unbeatable. Comcast's speed is truly amazing, and if a customer is willing to pay the sizable cost, it is a good choice. It all depends on the user, but within a few years, every family in the United States will probably face this decision.

Comcast often offers promotional rates, but consumers rarely realize that those rates end