What types of internet service providers (ISPs) are available in Clarke County?
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Wired – Wired internet service is provided via cable and fiber optic to homes and businesses. Digital subscriber line (DSL) service via telephone landlines is also available in some areas.
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Wireless (WISP) – Wireless internet service is provided via a special antenna connected to the home or business by the provider. It requires clear line of sight to a tower or other structure that houses the provider’s transmission antenna. This method of service can be limited by tree coverage, terrain, or other obstructions to a clear line of sight.
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Satellite – Internet access via satellite is available throughout the County but, similar to WISP service, it requires a clear line of sight from the customer’s dish to the provider’s satellite – generally, a “clear view of the southern sky”. Tree coverage, terrain, or other obstructions can limit availability of this service.
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Cellular – Wireless internet via cellular telecommunications companies is also available in most areas of the County. Proximity to a tower or structure housing the provider’s transmission antennas, terrain, and building type all impact the effectiveness of cellular internet. Service is provided via the customer’s mobile phone or standalone “hotspot.”
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