The internet sometimes feels like a global game of “telephone,” that kid’s game where a sentence is whispered from one person to the other, with little mistakes and memory lapses quickly changing the original message's meaning. The resulting confusion breeds errors and misinformation that can be difficult to correct. Satellite internet isn’t immune to this problem. Over time, several satellite internet myths have developed. Here, we’ll look at some satellite facts instead and disprove a few common myths.
Satellite Internet Myths:
Myth #1 – Satellite internet service providers don't reach rural areas
The idea that satellite internet plans don’t cover rural areas is a curious myth, as the need to connect people in remote regions drove the development of satellite internet from the start. Hughesnet® rural internet options provide reliable service anywhere in the contiguous United States, connecting people in regions lacking the physical infrastructure needed for terrestrial internet services. For more information on satellite internet, check out ISP basics and an in-depth explanation of just how fast satellite internet is.
Myth #2 – Satellite internet does not work for online gaming.
Casino games, chess, turn-based role-playing games, and social media games work well with all satellite internet plans. Only the Hughesnet Fusion® plan combines satellite and wireless technologies for a low-latency, more responsive internet experience so you can enjoy online gaming.
Myth #3 – The satellite dish must be attached to a roof.
We understand why this is one of the most common satellite internet myths: in most cases, satellite dishes are attached to roofs because the roof usually has the best uninterrupted view of the southern sky and the orbiting satellite. Certified Hughesnet technicians will recommend the best position for the dish during installation. Often, that’s the roof, but it may be another location on (or near) your residence or business.
Myth #4 – When it is cloudy, the satellite internet doesn't work.
Time for some more satellite facts! One of the most pervasive satellite internet myths is the idea that a cloudy day will interrupt service. Satellite internet from Hughesnet is only affected by extreme weather conditions such as heavy storms or unusually dense clouds. Regular cloud cover won’t bring your internet to a halt.
Once satellite internet is explained, most people realize how different satellite facts are from satellite internet myths. Hughesnet internet plans offer top-rated satellite internet for rural America and are dedicated to continuous innovation. We never settle for second best because neither should you.
