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Internet Providers in Cornell, Illinois

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Home Internet in Cornell, IL
  • Provider
    • Viasat
    • Rise Broadband
    • Mediacom
    • Hughesnet
    • Consolidated
    • Maxwire
    • ClearSKY Systems
    • Graymont Coop Internet
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 2. Rise Broadband
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 56.1%
  • 3. Mediacom
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 37.6%
  • 4. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. Consolidated
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 27.5%
  • 6. Maxwire
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 6.3%
  • ClearSKY Systems
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 11.8%
  • Graymont Coop Internet
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 49.7%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Cornell, IL

Viasat Internet stands out as the top internet service provider in Cornell, Illinois. With a satellite connection covering 100% of the area, Viasat reaches maximum download speeds of 150 Mbps. However, the service starts at a steep $119.99 per month. This full-coverage option is a boon for residents, especially in underserved areas without other internet options. The high cost might be a drawback, but the dependable reach makes it worthwhile for those needing consistent, wide-reaching internet.

HughesNet offers a strong alternative. Like Viasat, it provides a satellite connection with 100% coverage but at a lower speed of 100 Mbps. Starting at $49.99 per month, HughesNet offers a budget-friendly option for those prioritizing affordability over speed.

Rise Broadband uses a fixed wireless connection to serve 56.1% of Cornell. It offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps with plans starting at $55 per month. Though its coverage isn’t as extensive as Viasat or HughesNet, it remains a practical choice where available.

These providers collectively ensure that residents of Cornell have multiple reliable internet options tailored to different needs and budgets.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • Maxwire
  • ClearSKY Systems
  • Graymont Coop Internet
49.66%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • Hughesnet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Mediacom
37.580000000000005%

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Provider Connection Types in Cornell, IL

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Cornell, IL
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
33.6%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
37.3%

Internet Providers in Cornell, IL

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Viasat Internet $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Rise Broadband $45/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Mediacom $19.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Consolidated Communications $51.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL
Maxwire $49/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
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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