Satellite internet is great for people who live in rural areas, allowing them to stay connected even when traditional phone lines and high-speed internet access aren’t available. If you’ve never used satellite internet, however, you might be concerned about whether it can hold up to your streaming, gaming and browsing needs.

Luckily, HughesNet is San Bernardino County’s premier option for satellite internet, and it’s sure to be able to fulfill all your internet needs. No matter where you live in the county, you’ll be able to access high-speed internet for entertainment, work and staying in touch with loved ones. Here’s why HughesNet Gen 5 is better than ever.

How satellite internet works

Satellite internet has a reputation for being slower and less reliable than “wired” internet, like cable, DSL and even dial-up. However, plenty of advances have been made over the last couple decades. Today, satellite internet is on par with other high-speed internet providers.

Your satellite dish is responsible for sending and receiving wireless signals. These signals are bounced to a satellite in space, then sent down to your specific receiver to transmit the data. Contrast this with wired services, which use cables and phone lines to transmit data over long distances—if your town or area isn’t wired for internet, you won’t be able to access it without a satellite connection. Alternatively, you could use dial-up, but that risks incurring long-distance charges.

The advantages of HughesNet Gen 5

Curious about some of the biggest benefits of HughesNet Gen 5? Here are some of the advantages you’ll be able to experience:

• High-speed internet access: HughesNet Gen 5 is the latest level of service from San Bernardino County’s most trusted satellite provider. Your internet will reach speeds of 25 megabytes per second downloads, and 3 mbps upload, which is more than enough speed to support multiple devices plus streaming and gaming.
• Available anywhere: Satellite internet means that you can cut the cord—you no longer need to rely on having a wired internet connection. This is especially important for people living in rural areas. As more and more of us work from home, having fast, reliable internet is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity.
• Unlimited data: High-speed internet is great, until you get hit with a massive data bill. HughesNet Gen 5 offers unlimited data, so the price you see on your plan is the price you’ll pay, every time. You won’t ever have to worry about whether you can afford to watch the last season of your favorite binge-worthy program.
• Built-in wi-fi: Your satellite dish comes with built-in wi-fi technology, designed to make it easy for multiple devices to connect throughout your home.
• Great customer service: Finally, HughesNet prides itself on offering the best customer service possible. From installation and setup to troubleshooting issues, you’ll get the help you need at a time that works for you.

Ready to take the plunge and get satellite internet for yourself? JDS Systems is an authorized provider of HughesNet satellite internet in San Bernardino County. Call us today to learn more and set up your installation appointment.