Frequently Asked Questions

What is L2S? How fast is it? Why would I want L2S? What can I do with L2S? How much does it cost? What does the price include? Is L2S difficult to install myself? Will I be able to talk on the phone or send a fax while on the Internet? How do I get my computer to connect to L2S? Will L2S affect the quality of my existing telephone service? Can L2S damage my computer or telephones? Can I host a web site using L2S? What are the requirements for my computer?

What is L2S ?	Top
L2S is Interstate Communications' wireless high-speed internet access service that provides you with access to the Internet at speeds of 10 times faster than a 56k modem. Using Airspan point to multi-point 700 MHz or 900 MHz wireless broadband technology, L2S lets you surf the Internet or e-mail without using your phone line.
How fast is it?	Top
The L2S "broadband" connection is about 10 times as fast as a 56k modem.
Why would I want L2S?	Top
L2S' speed is only part of the story. With L2S your phone line won't be tied up whenever you are surfing the Internet like it is with dial-up service. There is no need to install a second phone line for your Internet connection. And L2S is always on. Open up your web browser, and you're on the web. No more modems dialing out and making those fingernail-on-chalkboard sounds trying to connect.
What can I do with L2S?	Top
The high-speed capabilities of L2S open up a whole new world of opportunity on the Internet. Do the things you're already doing in record time, but also discover new exciting applications. Watch video with amazing quality. Listen to a radio station from across the globe while surfing another web site. Send and exchange digital photos. Shop on line. Participate in online gaming. Download huge files in no time and stop waiting for web sites to load.
How much does it cost?	Top
For single computer users, the price is just $49.95. The one time installation and radio equipment charge is $150.00 for a 24 month contract or $300.00 for a 12 month contract.. The radio equipment installed at your home or business remains the property of Interstate Communications.
What does the price include?	Top
L2S includes: Unlimited Internet access Free software, including a web browser 5 Email addresses- 50 Mb storage each, additional mailboxes available 10 Mb storage space for web hosting Usenet News - Access to thousands of newsgroups Free technical support
Is L2S difficult to install myself?	Top
No need to worry, an L2S qualified technician will install the required wireless unit.
Will I be able to talk on the phone or send a fax while on the Internet?	Top
Absolutely. That's one of the great extras that L2S offers. L2S uses radio frequencies to connect to the Internet, no wires. And it doesn't interfere with your voice service. So you can talk or fax while remaining connected to the Internet. Even better, your phone isn't busy when you're surfing the Web, so you won't miss those important calls.
How do I get my computer to connect to L2S?	Top
You don't have to do anything to connect. Once your L2S service is installed, it's always on, waiting to spring into action whenever you want to use the Internet.
Will L2S affect the quality of my existing telephone service?	Top
L2S will not affect your telephone service. In fact, because our service is wireless, it eliminates the possibility of background noise on your telephone that you might experience with dial-up Internet services.
Can L2S damage my computer or telephones?	Top
No.
Can I host a web site using L2S?	Top
Yes, you can host your own web site by utilizing space on the L2S web server.
What are the requirements for my computer?	Top

For Windows computers: Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP 100 MHx or faster Pentium 32MB RAM 10 Base T Ethernet port, or open PCI slot for Ethernet card, or open USB port 20MB free space on hard drive for software For Macintosh computers: Mac OS 8.1 or greater 100 MHz or faster PowerPC 32MB RAM 10 Base T Ethernet port, or open USB port 20MB free space on hard drive for software Open Transport installed and enabled

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