WHAT'S
AVAILABLE (Location,
location, location...)
Delivering the kind of service that meets your needs is our goal. What
we can offer you to meet those needs depends mostly on your location.
Our broadband accounts also offer the option of your own Wi-Fi setup
(Wireless Local Area Network, or WLAN) so you can connect without
wires.
Access Types
Fixed
Wireless High Speed is often available as an option to
customers who
wish
to have high speed broadband access in locations where DSL is not an
option, who prefer the better
performance of lower latency and bursting capabilities of the TaosNet
fixed wireless network, or sometimes for customers who do not wish to
have a
relationship with the local phone company.
Bursting capability allows TaosNet to deliver our Fixed Wireless
high speed
to customers with speeds much higher than rated for short periods
making most Web pages load even faster than expected! Some TaosNet
customers
have noted that our wireless feels faster than DSL,
which does not have bursting capability.
DSL,
or
Digital Subscriber Line, is a phone line based broadband service that
is
available within about three miles of a phone company central office or
remote terminal (DSLAM). These remote terminals are operated
by the phone company and are located throughout Taos, in Red River,
Angel Fire, Eagle Nest, Arroyo Seco, Questa, and elsewhere throughout
the county and most
of the state. We can provide DSL service anywhere the phone company has
these DSLAMs.
Dial-up
access is available anywhere there is a dial tone with local access to
Taos. Long distance dialup is also a possibility but may incur
additional charges from your phone company. Our plans are very
economical since they are based on usage - one of our associates can
help you pick the appropriate level if you wish. We have banks of
different
types of 56k modems to ensure you the highest speeds possible for your
connection, location, and computer.
Not-So-Fine Print
Each Broadband Access
Account includes a free dial-up modem connection (for backup use on
broadband
accounts) to the Internet and one
email account. Email addresses may use any of our domains: taosnet.com,
newmex.com, or taosnm.com
These rates are for residential or small
business networks at one location and up to 4 computers. Business rates
listed are for networks with a single access point. Please contact
us for quotes on larger office networks or more complicated network
setups as these may incur additional charges.
Rates DO NOT include servers on client side of our broadband services.
Servers require pre-approval of
TaosNet's System Administrator and may incur additional fees. Please
contact us for evaluation based on bandwidth demands.
File
sharing, via programs such as BitTorrent, Limewire, BearShare and/or
any similar peer-to-peer methods, is classified as operating a server.
Such use
to distribute copyrighted material may be
subject to prosecution under Federal and International Copyright Law.
Please be aware that TaosNet must cooperate with law enforcement
officials and procedures when required.
Contract
Cancellation Fee Policy:
If an initial contract must be
cancelled we require payment of half (50%) of the remaining contract
duration value and return of equipment if applicable.
Broadband Access Comparison:
Please inquire about our $10 monthly discount
for Web Hosting when bundled with a high speed access account.
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DSL
INTERNET ACCESS
Definition
This technology uses existing telephone wiring to deliver
high-speed data services to homes and businesses, giving always-on
Internet access that does not tie up the phone line. Requires the
purchase or rental of a DSL modem for your home or office to connect.
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FIXED WIRELESS HIGH-SPEED
INTERNET ACCESS
Definition
This technology uses high-frequency radio waves rather than
wires to communicate between nodes. It makes broadband access available
in areas where DSL is unavailable, and in remote areas without any
phone lines. Requires an outdoor antenna and router to connect.
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Speed
DSL users have a choice of speeds ranging from 256 Kbps to 5 Mbps
asynchronous (faster downloads than uploads). This
is about 4.5 to 90 times faster than a standard 56 Kbps dial-up modem.
There is no download bursting capability with DSL service.
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Speed
Wireless customers have a choice of download speeds from 256 Kbps to 3 Mbps
throughtout most of our service area. TaosNet now has WiMax available in the Taos area that is capable of up to 12 Mbps. Installations with more than 4
computers or customers wishing to use any servers are subject to business rates.
Most of our lower speed rates have Bursting capability that allows TaosNet
to deliver on our Fixed Wireless Network speeds
to customers much higher than rated for short periods
making most Web pages load even faster than expected! Some TaosNet
customers
have noted that our wireless feels faster than DSL,
which does not have bursting capability.
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Where it's
available - Download Map (PDF)
Generally, users within three miles of a phone company central office
or
remote
terminal equipped with DSL equipment can have DSL access.
Remote
DSL terminals, also known as DSLAMs, are always being added - please be
aware that if a phone company
telemarketer can offer you DSL, so can TaosNet.
We have DSL customers
throughout most of New Mexico and look forward to serving you, too.
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Where it's
available - Download Map
(PDF)
Clear line of sight, with a distance of up to thirteen (13) miles, to
one
of TaosNet's access points is required for access.
TaosNet access points and service areas:
- TaosNet Tower at 192 Blueberry Hill Rd.
(formerly belonging to KTAO) west of the town of Taos
- TaosNet at 201 Camino de la Merced
- Stakeout, Golf Course and Los Cordovas area
- Upper and Lower Las Colonias
- Taos Ski Valley and Amizette
- Valdez foothills and Des Montes
- Arroyo Seco and El Salto
- Gallina Canyon
- Arroyo Hondo
- San Cristobal
- Lama
- Town of Red River
- El Rito
- Costilla
- Amailia
- Greater World
- Tres Orejas
- Carson
- Tres Piedras
- Cielito Lindo
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How
much it costs
This service requires a two-part billing plan.
Qwest will bill for use of phone lines, $15 to $38 per month. TaosNet
will bill for Internet access, $15 to $30 per month. Rates depend on
speed selected.
Current Qwest DSL Promotions
July 20 through
November 2, 2008
- No Charge for Activation (regularly $99.00).
Available with:
- Qwest Connect (256/256K)
- Qwest Connect Silver (up to 1.5M)
- Qwest Connect Platinum (up to 5M - only
available in limited areas)
- $9.99 Charge for Activation of Standalone
Broadband (regularly $99)
- No Charge for Speed Change (regularly $9.99) when changing
from Connect (256K) or Silver (1.5M) to
Platinum or Standalone Broadband.
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How
much it costs
$35 to $95 per month for residential or small home office customers or
from $45 to $275 per month for business customers, depending on speed
selected.
WiMax, where available, prices range from $95 to $150 for Residential. Business customers please call for quote.
NO Phone Company charges.
TaosNet Fixed Wireless
- No Charge for Site Survey to determine whether service is
possible.
- Installation includes router. TaosNet
retains ownership
of the equipment; there is no rental fee.
- No Finance fee if Antenna Purchase option is chosen - 6
monthly payments allowed.
- No Charge for Speed Upgrades if possible at your location.
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Set Up and Installation
Fees
- $60-129 to purchase a Qwest DSL modem, or
$5-8 a month to rent a Qwest DSL modem + $9.95-14.95 shipping and
handling.
- †Qwest charges Business lines $10 more per
month; modem prices are also
slightly higher. Qwest charges Standalone customers a monthly $5
"Account Maintenance" fee.
- Free installation for one DSL modem by TaosNet.
- Free network configuration for one computer by
TaosNet.
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Set Up and Installation Fees
The fee for a typical installation includes a Wireless
Router that allows roaming laptop use. The Router is an essential part
of the installation that is not often included by other ISPs. Price covers
installation and use of all wireless equipment (TaosNet retains
ownership of the equipment) and
requires a 12 month service commitment.
TaosNet is now offering FREE installation when switching from another broadband provider. For new service, $100 installation fee if monthly plan chosen is $50 or greater per month. For our lowest monthly plan the installation fee is $200. Seasonal customers may buy equipment for $495. No service
contract necessary with this option!
For a limited introductory time only, ALL WiMax installation are FREE!
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DSL
INTERNET ACCESS RATES
Monthly fees for DSL are based on bandwidth speeds which represent the
maximum connection speed under ideal conditions. 1M=1024K. TaosNet DSL
plans include email!
Promotional
Rates
for New Residential† Accounts with existing
dial tone
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Qwest
monthly
fee
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TaosNet
monthly
fee
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Total
monthly
fee
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Qwest Connect
up to 256 Kbps
download / up to 256 Kbps upload - 1 year contract
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$15
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$15
w/1 email
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$30
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Qwest Connect Silver
up to 1.5 Mbps
(1536 Kbps) download / up to 896 Kbps upload - 1 year contract
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$25
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$20
w/1 email
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$45
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Qwest Connect Platinum
up to 5 Mbps
(5120 Kbps) download / up to 896 Kbps upload - limited area only Month
to Month (no contract)
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$38
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$30
w/ up to 5 email
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$68
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Promotional
Rates
for New Residential† Accounts without a dial
tone
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Qwest
monthly
fee
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TaosNet
monthly
fee
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Total
monthly
fee
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Qwest Standalone Broadband Silver
up to 1.5 Mbps
(1536 Kbps) download / up to 896 Kbps upload - 1 year contract
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$33
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$20
w/1 email |
$53
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Qwest Standalone Broadband Platinum
up to 5 Mbps
(5120 Kbps) download / up to 896 Kbps upload - limited area only Month
to Month (no contract)
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$43
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$30
w/ email
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$73
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FIXED WIRELESS HIGH-SPEED INTERNET ACCESS RATES
Monthly fees for wireless are based on sustained speeds.
Wireless service also delivers higher than
sustained speeds for a short
duration.†† 1M=1024K. All plans also include at least 1 email account.
Asynchronous Fixed Wireless
Promotional
Contract Rates
for New Accounts
Residential or Small Business (up to 4 computers)
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Total
monthly
fee (no
Qwest fees) |
Residential
Entry
Download Burst up to 512 Kbits;
Sustained Download up to 256 Kbps / Upload up to 256 Kbps - 1 year
contract
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$35
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Residential Basic
Download Burst up to 1
Mbit; Sustained Download up to 512 Kbps / Upload up to 256 Kbps - 1
year contract
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$50
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Residential Pro **
Sustained Download up to 1.5 Mbps (1536 Kbps) (no
burst) / Upload up to 512 Kbps - 1 year contract
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$70
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Residential ProPlus
**
Sustained Download up to 3 Mbps
(3072 Kbps) (no burst) / Upload up to 1 Mbps (1024 Kbs) - limited area
only - 1 year contract
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$95
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WiMax 3-6 Mbps Residential
**
Sustained Download of 3 to 6 Mbps (no burst) / Upload up to 2 Mbps - limited area only - FREE installation with 1 year contract
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$95
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WiMax 6-9 Mbps Residential
**
Sustained Download of 6 to 9 Mbps (no burst) / Upload up to 3 Mbps - limited area only - FREE installation with 1 year contract
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$125
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WiMax 9-12 Mbps Residential
**
Sustained Download of 9 to 12 Mbps (no burst) / Upload up to 4 Mbps - limited area only - FREE installation with 1 year contract
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$150
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Synchronous Fixed Wireless
Non-Contract
Rates
for
Residential
or Small
Business (up to 4 computers)
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Total
monthly
fee (no
Qwest fees)
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Entry
Download Burst up to 1 Mbit;
Sustained Download up to 256 Kbps / Upload up to 256 Kbps - No term
commitment
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$45
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Basic
Download Burst up to 2
Mbits; Sustained Download up to 512 Kbps / Upload up to 512 Kbps - No
term commitment
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$60
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Pro **
Download Burst up to 4 Mbits;
Sustained Download up to 1 Mbps (1024 Kbps) / Upload up to 1 Mbps (1024
Kbps) - No term commitment
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$95
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Contract
Rates for
New Accounts
Business
Wireless for Medium to Large Networks
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Total
monthly
fee (no
Qwest fees)
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Business
Entry **
Download up to 2 Mbps
(2048 Kbps) /
Upload up to 1 Mbps (1024 Kbps) - 1 year contract
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$150
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Business
Basic **
Download up to 2 Mbps (2048 Kbps) /
Upload up to 2 Mbps (2048 Kbps)
- 1 year contract
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$180
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Business
Pro **
Download up to 3 Mbps
(3072 Kbps) /
Upload up to 3 Mbps (3072 Kbps) - 1 year contract
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$275
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Business
WiMax **
Download from 3 to 12 Mbps /
Upload 2 to 4 Mbps
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Call for Quote
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Other speeds and pricing available upon request.
**Speeds greater than 512 Kbps are not available to all locations.
Actual
speed may vary depending on overall Internet traffic, specific
Internet servers, individual's computer performance, and other factors
beyond the control of TaosNet.
††Bursting capability allows TaosNet to deliver our Fixed Wireless
high speed
to customers with speeds much higher than rated for short periods
making most Web pages load even faster than expected! Some TaosNet
customers
have noted that our wireless feels faster than DSL,
which does not have bursting capability.
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