Should You Select a Regional or a National Internet Service Provider?

Is bigger always better when choosing an Internet service provider? That depends on your priorities, as well as the state of the ISP market in your area.

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Here are a few of the advantages and disadvantages of choosing national vs. regional ISPs.

• National ISPs are usually established businesses with years of experience.
• They have the resources to invest in the latest technology and high-speed connections to the Internet.
• They offer local access numbers all over the country.
• They will often give volume discounts to corporate customers.
• They may offer discounts on Web hosting, design and other related services.