Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are my Options for High Speed Satellite Internet?

A: For the home user, there are various high speed Internet options with HughesNet^® that start as low as $59.99 a month. All of the satellite Internet plans come with an always-on connection; super-fast downloads; 24/7 technical support; a minimum of five email accounts; and email spam and virus filtering.

Determine what plan you need at home based on your Internet needs. If you like to download videos and often visit Websites that contain many graphics, then the ElitePremium plan may be the best option for you with its high speed Internet download speed of up to 5.0 Mbps. On the other hand, if you use the Internet mainly for checking and sending email, then the Home plan may meet your needs with a download speed of 1.0 Mbps. For more details on satellite Internet pricing and plan descriptions, visit the Plans & Pricing page. Once you've decided what meets your high-speed Internet connection needs, get started with HughesNet by signing up today.

Satellite Internet Connection Technology

In order to have a satellite Internet connection in your home, you will need to have a satellite dish (antenna) attached to the roof of your home and a satellite modem connected to your home computer.

The satellite and modem technology is provided to you by Hughes and is installed by a certified installer at a time that is convenient for you. Inside your home, the installer needs to connect the satellite modem to your personal computer. The connection enables you to have that fast satellite Internet speed that won't tie up your phone lines.

To learn more about satellite Internet speed or sign up for a satellite Internet connection, visit the Plans and Pricing page to place your satellite Internet order.