The first problem I have with Hughes Net is that it constantly is going in and out. Sometimes I'll find that the speed of the internet is so slow that it's comparable to dial up speed. Also, the internet is constantly going out due to weather conditions. I swear if there is a tiny cloud in the way of the satellite, the internet will be out for the entire day.
The next problem that I have with Hughes Net is that you are only allowed a certain amount of downloads per every 24 hours. This may not be a problem for some people, but since computers are constantly downloading things every second youre on the internet (pictures, web pages, etc.) it can be a problem for most people, including me. I mean the limit is so crazy that you cannot even watch YouTube. For example, if you watch 2 to 3 two minute videos, your download allowance is exceeded for a whole 24 hours causing your internet to bump down to the same speeds as dial up. On top of that to restore your speed back to normal it takes what they call a "restore token" which are over $8 a piece. One time I remembered spending $40 in one day just so that I could get my college essay done on time.
One last BIG problem that I have with Hughes Net is that sometimes I will wake up and the download allowance that I was allowed for that day will be exceeded for no apparent reason. I mean unless ghosts are using my computer while I'm sleeping, because I sure am NOT sleep walking while surfing the net. And before anyone says anything, yes I actually have set a password on my wifi, so no one is stealing my internet either.
Anyways, overall I have nothing but bad words for Hughes Net, and I CANNOT wait until cable or DSL providers provide internet service in my area.
Last of all, if anyone has any recommendations on different internet providers that provide service in rural areas please comment below. Also if you have had any experiences with Hughes Net personally please tell us about it in the comments as well.
