Internet Service Providers in Grande Prairie

There are a number of ways to connect to the Internet.  GPab.net does not provide connection service--we provide website authoring and hosting.  

However, since we are often asked what is "best" . . . .

Recommendations for Grande Prairie Residents

Light to Moderate Use, ($10-35/month):

	Telus dial-up connection--but you can't use the telephone at the same time.
	Custom Communications--but you can't use the telephone at the same time.

Moderate to Heavy Use, ($40-50/month)

	Throughout Grande Prairie, Northern Cablevision Cable Internet
	As an alternative for downtown, north, and east-side G.P., Telus Planet ADSL.
	As an alternative for downtown, Custom Communications.

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Northern Cablevision, Cable Internet

	High speed (about 8 to 10 times dial-up modem speeds)
	Does not interfere with telephone calls.
	Cost about $40/month, and $150 installation (watch for introductory specials).
	Service area will include all of Grande Prairie.
	Highly recommended!
	Resources Zone Labs, free firewall, since cable internet has a somewhat permanent connection you'll need one. GRC, after Zone Labs is installed, check the security of your system. 2wire, finally, check your connection speed.

Telus, Dial-up Connection

	Slow.
	Relatively unreliable (This is likely due to your modem, but the end result is the same.  If you can't change--consider having your modem replaced).
	Cost about $25.00/month, installation probably nothing.
	Requires a second telephone line (about $25/month for a second home line) so your telephone number isn't tied up.  (Maybe not so inexpensive after all, at $50/month.)
	Service area includes all of Grande Prairie.
	Available now.

Telus, High Speed ADSL

	Fast (8 to 10 times dial-up modem speeds).
	Reliable.
	A bit more expensive, about $40/month, installation about $110, but may be free during promotions.
	Does not interfere with your telephone calls.
	Service area does not include Gateway and some parts of Industrial Park, south of approximately 69 Ave. and some parts of Mission Heights.

Other Solutions:

Custom Communications offers dial-up ($35, for city-wide) and high speed DSL service (about $50, for downtown only).

FutureShop and Costco sell dial-up connection kits for national service providers.