Nic.,
Yes, those huge downloads that would have taken an hour or two using a phone line are what makes Starband shine. Getting speeds of 500-700 kbs is great and as long as a prospective Starbander/trader knows about SB's weaknesses then I would recommend it. BUt to use it for order entry, it plainly sucks.
Out here in the country (boonies) Starband is the only broadband alternative we've got and there are times I'm thankful to have it. I also let the 30 day "give me my money back" period go by so I wasn't all *that* unhappy, I guess.
BTW, have you noticed that Starband (the company) is putting on a kinder, more customer service oriented face? The whole bruhaha over the 360 "upgrade" may have had at least one good side.
Good trading, and best regards,
Jim
Yes, those huge downloads that would have taken an hour or two using a phone line are what makes Starband shine. Getting speeds of 500-700 kbs is great and as long as a prospective Starbander/trader knows about SB's weaknesses then I would recommend it. BUt to use it for order entry, it plainly sucks.
Out here in the country (boonies) Starband is the only broadband alternative we've got and there are times I'm thankful to have it. I also let the 30 day "give me my money back" period go by so I wasn't all *that* unhappy, I guess.
BTW, have you noticed that Starband (the company) is putting on a kinder, more customer service oriented face? The whole bruhaha over the 360 "upgrade" may have had at least one good side.
Good trading, and best regards,
Jim