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Internet Providers in Shorter, Alabama

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Home Internet in Shorter, AL
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Point Broadband
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Connection: IPBB, 5G Internet
    Availability: 37.6%
  • 2. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
    All-In Internet plans can experience faster speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. Mobile 5G Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 29.9%
  • 4. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 13.8%
  • 5. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 11.7%
  • Point Broadband
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 45.8%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Shorter, AL

AT&T Internet offers both IPBB and 5G connections in Shorter, Alabama, with download speeds reaching up to 25 Mbps. The service starts at $60 per month. Despite its top ranking, AT&T only covers 37.60% of the town. For those within this area, AT&T delivers a dependable internet solution suitable for everyday online tasks. Its mix of connection types appeals to users seeking various technologies.

On the other hand, Viasat Internet provides satellite connections with much broader reach. Viasat offers speeds up to 150 Mbps and covers 100% of Shorter, ensuring access for all residents. Starting at $99.99 per month, Viasat is pricier, but the extensive coverage and higher speeds can justify the cost. The full availability of satellite internet addresses the town's connectivity needs, given the limited presence of other internet types. This wide coverage makes Viasat essential for reliable internet access in Shorter.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • AT&T
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Point Broadband
45.75%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Shorter, Alabama

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Provider Connection Types in Shorter, AL

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Shorter, AL
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
19.45%

Internet Providers in Shorter, AL

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 300 Mbps IPBB, 5G Internet
Viasat Internet $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Point Broadband $59/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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