Rural high-speed?

[Richard Weait]

On Sat, 2008-05-17 at 11:51 -0400, Evan Leibovitch wrote:
> Hello all,
> 
> I have a friend who just moved out to the country, or so it seems to me.
> Five acres, about halfway between Barrie and Wasaga Beach. It's gorgeous
> and visiting it is like going to a cottage year round.
> 
> HOWEVER. They're now too far from Bell to do Sympatico DSL and _way_ too
> out of Rogers' reach.
> 
> Are they doomed to dialup? Are there any satellite or other high-speed
> options?
> 
> Any suggestions or pointers are appreciated.

Our friends at the Bruce - Grey LUG (Owen Sound and surrounding areas
face these questions.  Check their mailing list archives (subscription
required).

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