Damn @Home!

[batskeets]

I've been trying to order an additional network address from @Home since last night, and their customer support has been absolutely *no* help. The first time their answer had nothing to do with my question, and the second time sounded like they made the assumption that I'm an idiot and can't read directions. >_< It's *THEIR* stupid form, not me!!

Comments

Suggestion

[kalei.livejournal.com]

Did you ever work this problem out? If not, say to heck with @home and buy a home networking router. These things are absolutely transparent to @home (or any other ISP), and you can network to your heart's content over your cable connection...up to 200+ computers, if you really want to go nuts. You can save a lot of money that way, if you're going to have more than 2 machines.

Just thought I'd put that out there... I set one up for a friend and the longest part of the process was stringing network cable through his attic.

Re: Suggestion

[skeets.livejournal.com]

That might be cool, actually... how much does it cost to do that sort of thing? I'm kinda low on cash at this juncture, but that may change soon...

Re: Suggestion

[kalei.livejournal.com]

The router (http://www.thetechzone.com/reviews/routers/smc/barricade700br/index.shtml) I recommended for my friend was $130 or so after rebate. There are others available for about $100, but this got the best reviews. It *is* a good chunk o' change, especially if you're strapped, but if you look at the long term benefits, it's worth it. After 6 months, it earns its money back, less time if you hook up more computers.