Hughes.net is I guess ok if that is the ONLY other option other than dial up that you have. Word of caution-If there is a possibility that DSL, cable or ANY other option may be available within the 2 years that you are in contract with company then wait. I did not mind paying the $400.00 disconnection fee because I would recoup my money in less than 6 months with the price difference with DSL. Hughes.net was quick to bill me for the disconnect fee but when I called them to find out when someone was going to pick up the modem and take the dish... read full review »