Tips for choosing your Internet Service Provider (ISP)
You should shop around before selecting which Internet solution suits your needs.
Here are some factors you should consider when shopping around:
- have an idea how many hours you plan to spend online each month,
- what are your requirements for technical support,
- know how you intend to use the Internet as this will influence your choice.
Here are some questions you may ask the ISP before choosing:
- if you need to contract for a set period (for example 12 months),
- the terms and conditions of their contract,
- what additional equipment you may need to use the service (assuming you already have an Internet ready PC and modem),
- whether any connection charges apply,
- the monthly cost (including your network and Internet Service costs),
- if you can switch between different tariff options,
- what payment options are available,
- how you can monitor your usage every month,
- what security options are available,
- what services are available in terms of parental control.
