Local alternatives for ISP/wireless

[leafshimmer.livejournal.com]

Dear Square,

I just bit the bullet and got a MacBook, and want to set up wireless in my apt. I was going to get it via the same Evil Empire through whom I have my cell service, but my initial attempt to do so got snarled in bad phone menus and bureaucratic kabuki.

I'm wondering if there are any good local alternatives out there anyone would recommend?

Comments

Another fan of RCN , all things considered

[notnatalie.livejournal.com]

I must chime in here that the "jump on an open network" worked for me for quite a while, as well. But I got my own, also RCN, internets-only (I have no need for cable, and my cell is thru Verizon). I have found it fast, reliable, and now possibly cheaper than I thought since I didn't realize I could try to get my discounted rate back!

Re: Another fan of RCN , all things considered

[nvidia99999.livejournal.com]

Are you on one of those "6-month cheap than expensive again" deals with RCN?

Re: Another fan of RCN , all things considered

[notnatalie.livejournal.com]

In October is when my $14 off promotional discount was discontinued. So now I am paying the full $50/mo for "Mach Five Modem Service" 5 mbps, their second lowest internet-only service, which seems to be fine for my needs.
Do you think I can just call and threaten to switch? I guess I can give it a go, even if I don't follow through.