Internet Access Choosing an Internet Service Provider (ISP)In 1999, DSL was fairly new and in great demand. Northpoint and Covad couldn't keep up with the orders. It took 6 to 8 weeks to install. Most of that time was spent getting the local phone company to install the "last leg" of the circuit - the actual wire coming into your facility. PacBell and GTE (now Verizon) didn't offer DSL. Today, Northpoint is gone (after leaving a lot of customers with no service practically overnight), Covad is faltering and several other ISPs have dissapeared. The local phone companies are offering various flavors of business DSL service and can install it in 10 days while other ISPs still can only promise 30 to 45 days. Our advice: unless you have very special requirements, stick with your local phone company for Internet access. It will not be the least expensive, but it will be around for a while and most reliable. EMETEK will help decide which type of service is best for you. Once this is determined, the client will sign a contract with and be billed directly from the ISP. Internet access provides:
Registering a Domain NameA company's domain name is the Internet's equivalent of its telephone number. For example, EMETEK's domain name is emetek.com, our web site is located at http://www.emetek.com and our e-mail addresses look like This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Unique domain names are becoming difficult to find and should be registered right away. EMETEK will help register your domain name. Domain Name ChecklistA domain name is already registered. It is : ????? A new domain name needs to be registered:
Different Internet Access OptionsDepending on the projected volume of browsing activity and e-mail at a company, different access service plans are available. These are described here with corresponding features and pricing:
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